COLUMBUS, OHIO -- The Columbus Blue Jackets have assigned forward Kerby Rychel and defenseman Frederic St. Denis to the American Hockey League’s Springfield Falcons, club General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced today. In addition, the club also placed forward Brian Gibbons on Injured Reserve and forward Jerry D’Amigo on waivers.

The Blue Jackets kick off the 2014-15 regular season on Thursday at the Buffalo Sabres before playing their home-opener at Nationwide Arena on Saturday against the New York Rangers. Both games begin at 7 p.m. and will be televised on FOX Sports Ohio. Fans can also hear the games on the Scioto Downs Blue Jackets Radio Network, including flagship station Sports Radio 97.1 The Fan and online at BlueJackets.com.