BREAKING: Columbus Blue Jackets player LEAVES the team for next season

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S. Harper
August 24, 2022 (6:01 PM)

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The Columbus Blue Jackets made an announcement today that forward Alexandre Texier won't play the 2022-23 season in Columbus and Texier will be taking a leave of absence.

Texier was reportedly going to be suspended without pay due to the fact he ignored a NHLPA recommendation to take the NHLPA's substance abuse program aswell as a Behavioural Health Program to which he originally refused to go.

The 22-year-old remains in Europe and will play closer to his home and family near Grenoble, France while he tries to get his life in order. �

During the past year, I have experienced some personal issues and challenges and I feel I need to be close to my family at this time. I have love and respect for the city of Columbus, the Blue Jackets, and the fans as everyone has always treated me first-class. I truly appreciate the support, help and empathy I have received from team management, the coaching staff, doctors, trainers and my teammates. This was a hard decision, but it is the best one for me right now."�

Last March, Texier was granted a leave of absence by the club after he suffered a finger injury on January 26 vs. Calgary.

The young 22 year old has been with the Jackets for 4 seasons now and was seen a huge part of the teams rebuild.

We at House of Hockey wish this young man nothing but the best and hope he gets all the help he needs!

Credit:Tsn.ca