Blue Jackets Secure Egor Zamula with One-Year Contract Agreement
The Columbus Blue Jackets have finalized a one-year contract with defenseman Egor Zamula. The signing was announced by Don Waddell, the club’s President of Hockey Operations and General Manager. This deal is effective for the remainder of the 2025-26 NHL season.
Egor Zamula’s Background and Career Stats
Egor Zamula is a 25-year-old player known for his mobility on the ice. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 200 pounds, he has demonstrated his ability to see plays develop and effectively move the puck. Throughout his NHL career, Zamula has notably accumulated:
- 8 goals and 33 assists, totaling 41 points.
- 48 penalty minutes across 168 NHL games.
- An average ice time of 15:53 per game.
This season, he has appeared in 13 games, contributing 1 point, and maintaining a +4 plus/minus rating. In the previous seasons, Zamula recorded:
- 2022-23: 5 goals, 16 assists (21 points), +3 rating in 66 games.
- 2021-22: 3 goals, 12 assists (15 points) in 63 games.
AHL Contributions
International Experience
Born in Chelyabinsk, Russia, Zamula has also represented his country on an international stage. He was instrumental in helping Russia secure a silver medal at the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championships. His performance earned him a spot as one of Russia’s Top Three Players in that tournament.
Outlook for the Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets are looking forward to integrating Zamula’s talent into their lineup. Waddell expressed enthusiasm about the player’s ability and size, indicating that Zamula is expected to contribute positively to the team’s performance.
The Blue Jackets’ next game is scheduled against the San Jose Sharks tonight. Fans can catch the game live at SAP Center, starting at 10 p.m. ET, with pre-game coverage beginning at 9:30 p.m. ET on FanDuel Sports Network.
