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Andre Burakovsky • LW • Blackhawks

Andre Burakovsky Set to End Three-Game Absence

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (undisclosed) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Friday against the Nashville Predators. He has recently battled an undisclosed injury, missing three games. The Blackhawks will use Burakovsky on the first line and the second power-play unit. During the campaign, Burakovsky has tallied five power-play points and 15 points (seven goals, eight assists) overall in 18 games. The 30-year-old, who has recorded four multi-point efforts in his past 10 outings, is enjoying a good bounce-back season after finishing with only 37 points last term.

6 days ago

Andre Burakovsky • LW • Blackhawks

Andre Burakovsky a Game-Time Decision Wednesday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt against the Minnesota Wild. He has missed two games due to an undisclosed health issue. Burakovsky has become one of Chicago's best players this season, notching 15 points (seven goals, eight assists) in 18 outings. If he returns, Burakovsky is expected to play alongside Connor Bedard and Ryan Greene on the first line and will join the first power-play unit. Burakovsky has been limited to one assist in his last three appearances, but he was red-hot earlier this month, producing four multi-point performances over a seven-game stretch.

Nov 27

Jason Dickinson • C • Blackhawks

Jason Dickinson Returns to Action Sunday

Chicago Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson (shoulder) has come off Injured Reserve and will return to the lineup on Sunday against the Colorado Avalanche. Due to a shoulder issue, Dickinson has been unavailable for 10 games. The 30-year-old has been limited to eight appearances this season, notching one goal and two assists. Dickinson will resume his duties as the third-line center, skating alongside Ryan Donato and Ilya Mikheyev. He may also receive some top-six usage, especially with Andre Burakovsky (undisclosed) out for a second consecutive game.

Nov 23

Andre Burakovsky • LW • Blackhawks

Andre Burakovsky Ruled Out for Friday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Friday's clash against the Buffalo Sabres. He was injured in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Seattle Kraken, leaving the game in the first period after a hit from Kraken defenseman Ryan Lindgren. Burakovsky has played a big part in Chicago's success this season, scoring seven goals and 15 points in 18 games. The Blackhawks will likely bring Landon Slaggert back into the lineup to replace Burakovsky. Teuvo Teravainen, who had a goal and an assist on Thursday night, could move up to the top six.

Nov 21

Tyler Bertuzzi • LW • Blackhawks

Tyler Bertuzzi Set to Return Thursday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Tyler Bertuzzi (undisclosed) is expected to return from a two-game absence on Thursday against the Seattle Kraken. The 30-year-old was on fire before he was knocked out of the lineup by an undisclosed injury. In his last four appearances, Bertuzzi has recorded six goals and two assists. For the season overall, he has managed 15 points (nine goals, six assists) in 16 games. Bertuzzi is projected to join the second line and the top power-play unit. Chicago's 23.2 percent power play will meet a 70.4 percent penalty kill on Thursday night.

Nov 20

Connor Bedard • C • Blackhawks

Connor Bedard Continues Tear With Hat Trick

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard led his team to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, netting his second hat trick of the season. Two of his goals came in the third period after Calgary had tied the game at two. Bedard became the first player this season with multiple hat tricks in the NHL before San Jose's Macklin Celebrini joined him later on Tuesday night. The young Blackhawks star is fourth in the league in scoring, with 29 points (13 goals, 16 assists) across 19 games. Over his last 10 outings, Bedard has averaged over two points per game, notching 10 goals and 11 assists.

Nov 19

Nick Foligno • LW • Blackhawks

Nick Foligno Ruled Out for Four Weeks

Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno (hand) is set to miss four weeks after being injured in Saturday's 3-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Blackhawks captain left the game after blocking a shot with his hand late in the second period. This season, Foligno has recorded six assists but has yet to score a goal, having registered 16 shots on net. He also sits second on his team with 41 hits. The injury bug has hit the Blackhawks hard lately, as the team's frontline was already without Tyler Bertuzzi (undisclosed) and Jason Dickinson (shoulder) for Saturday's game.

Nov 16

Tyler Bertuzzi • LW • Blackhawks

Tyler Bertuzzi a Game-Time Call Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Tyler Bertuzzi (undisclosed) missed Friday's practice and is considered a game-time call for Saturday night's action against the Toronto Maple Leafs. According to Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill, Bertuzzi is "banged up." Bertuzzi's absence would be a major blow for the Blackhawks, as he's been a monster offensively in recent games. Over a four-game stretch, Bertuzzi has contributed six goals and two assists. He fills a top-line role and skates on the first power-play line. Bertuzzi's recent hot spell includes a three-game streak of power-play goals. Frank Nazar (abdomen) and Jason Dickinson (shoulder) practiced on Friday and could make a timely return to action on Saturday night if Bertuzzi has to skip the game.

Nov 15

Andre Burakovsky • LW • Blackhawks

Andre Burakovsky Available Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (illness) is poised to rejoin the fun on Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Blackhawks welcomed him back to practice on Friday after Burakovsky had skipped Wednesday's loss to the New Jersey Devils due to illness. Burakovsky heated up late last month and boasts 10 points (five goals, five assists) from his last seven appearances. Overall, he ranks as Chicago's third-highest scorer with 14 points (seven goals, seven assists) in 15 games. Burakovsky will head straight back to the top line and the first power-play unit for Saturday's game. He has notched five points (one goal, four assists) with the man advantage.

Nov 15

Andre Burakovsky • LW • Blackhawks

Andre Burakovsky a Game-Time Call Wednesday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (undisclosed) is considered a game-time decision for Wednesday's meeting with the New Jersey Devils. The Swedish forward is dealing with an undisclosed injury and didn't skate on Wednesday morning. Chicago will be desperate to have Burakovsky available, as he has been on fire lately. The 30-year-old has recorded back-to-back multi-point games and has managed 10 of his 14 points this season over his past seven outings. Landon Slaggert is set to come into the lineup as his replacement if Burakovsky is deemed not healthy enough to play. However, Slaggert has only recorded one point this season across eight appearances in the NHL and AHL, so his impact on Wednesday's game will likely be minimal.

Nov 12

Frank Nazar • C • Blackhawks

Frank Nazar Out on Wednesday

Chicago Blackhawks center Frank Nazar (undisclosed) won't be in the lineup on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils. An undisclosed health issue will keep the young forward sidelined for a second consecutive contest. Although Nazar has not registered a single point in his last five appearances, he has generally had a good season. In 15 games, Nazar has produced 11 points (five goals, six assists). With Nazar out, Ryan Greene is expected to maintain a second-line role on Wednesday. Greene has totaled only three points (one goal, two assists) in 14 outings and should remain a free agent in fantasy leagues.

Nov 12

Connor Bedard • C • Blackhawks

Connor Bedard Extends Scoring Streak With Three-Point Effort

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard notched a goal and an assist as the team picked up a 5-1 road win against the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday. Two points for Bedard, including his goal, came on the power play. He is now one of only two Blackhawks players, alongside Stan Mikita, to post consecutive three-point games twice before turning 21. Bedard heated up late last month, and there appears to be no end in sight for his hot spell. Chicago's ascending star will take an eight-game point streak into Wednesday's tilt against the New Jersey Devils. With 25 points (nine goals, 16 assists) in 16 games, Bedard is tied for second on the NHL's scoring charts.

Nov 10

Spencer Knight • G • Blackhawks

Spencer Knight Posts First Shutout of the Season

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight had no trouble handling the Calgary Flames on Friday night, recording his first shutout of the season with 33 saves in a 4-0 road win. Knight has played well all season and finally kept his first clean sheet in his 11th start, improving to 6-3-2. The former Florida Panther has gone 6-1-2 across his past nine appearances. Chicago has shown huge improvement as a team this season, making Knight a solid fantasy option. He boasts a goals-against average of 2.33 and a save percentage of .926, placing him among the top eight in the league in both categories.

Nov 8

Frank Nazar • C • Blackhawks

Frank Nazar Day-to-Day Following Friday's Early Exit

Chicago Blackhawks center Frank Nazar (undisclosed) is considered day-to-day after his early exit from Friday's win over the Calgary Flames. Nazar played only a handful of minutes before leaving the game after a cross-check by Flames forward Joel Farabee. The 21-year-old is on a five-game scoring slump; however, he has generally had an impressive sophomore season. In 14 games, Nazar has recorded five goals and 11 points, serving as an important piece on the second line and the second power-play unit. If Nazar is deemed unavailable for Sunday's contest against the Detroit Red Wings, Sam Lafferty will probably return to the lineup, while Nick Foligno or Ryan Donato could join the top six.

Nov 8

Tyler Bertuzzi • LW • Blackhawks

Tyler Bertuzzi Pots Third-Period Hat Trick Wednesday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Tyler Bertuzzi scored a third-period hat trick in Wednesday's 5-2 road win against the Vancouver Canucks. The two teams entered the final frame with a soccer score of 0-0, but the offenses suddenly exploded. Led by Bertuzzi, Chicago jumped to a 4-0 lead. Bertuzzi became only the seventh Blackhawks player in the past 30 years to score a hat trick in a single period. He doubled his goals tally for the year and now sits on 10 points (six goals, four assists) with 13 games played. Although Bertuzzi's offensive output has been inconsistent, he has the potential to break out from time to time as a member of Chicago's top six and the first power-play unit.

Nov 6

Ilya Mikheyev • RW • Blackhawks

Ilya Mikheyev Set to Return Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Ilya Mikheyev (upper body) is expected to return to the lineup on Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports. The Russian forward has been sidelined for the past two games due to an upper-body injury. Mikheyev operates in a third-line role in Chicago and has amassed five points (three goals, two assists) in nine contests this season. The numbers look decent for Mikheyev, but it's worth noting that he's been on the score sheet in only three games. The Blackhawks won't have their third-line center, Jason Dickinson (shoulder), available on Saturday, meaning Colton Dach will switch to the middle.

Nov 1

Jason Dickinson • C • Blackhawks

Jason Dickinson Aggravates Shoulder Injury Thursday

Chicago Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson aggravated a shoulder injury on Thursday versus the Winnipeg Jets, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. He logged only 8:08 of ice time in the game, finishing a 6-3 loss with a minus-two rating. The shoulder injury has been a nagging problem for Dickinson this season, limiting him to eight appearances. The 30-year-old has recorded one goal and two assists. His exit from Thursday's contest puts Dickinson's status in doubt for Saturday's matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. In his absence, Sam Lafferty could get a chance to re-enter the lineup.

Oct 31

Ilya Mikheyev • RW • Blackhawks

Ilya Mikheyev a Game-Time Call Thursday

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Ilya Mikheyev (upper body) is a game-time decision for Thursday's tilt against the Winnipeg Jets. He could be out for a second consecutive contest due to an upper-body injury. So far this season, Mikheyev has been effective for Chicago, picking up five points (three goals, two assists) in nine games, while recording eight hits and a plus-five rating. If Mikheyev is cleared for action, he is expected to skate in a third-line role next to Ryan Donato and Jason Dickinson. Mikheyev is not an appealing fantasy target due to his lack of power-play time and inconsistent offensive production.

Oct 30

Connor Bedard • C • Blackhawks

Connor Bedard Produces First Career Hat Trick

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard led the charge in Tuesday's 7-3 victory against the Ottawa Senators, scoring his first career hat trick and posting one assist. Chicago's young star recorded his third career four-point game; only Bobby Hull (5) and Denis Savard (4) have managed more with the Blackhawks before age 22. The Blackhawks are suddenly looking like a decent team this season, and it's helped Bedard to be more consistent with his offensive production. Through 10 games, the 20-year-old has notched six goals and 12 points. Compared to his first couple of years in the league, Bedard has improved significantly during even-strength play, as he boasts a plus-four rating and has tallied only three points (two goals, one assist) on the power play.

Oct 29

Ilya Mikheyev • RW • Blackhawks

Ilya Mikheyev Exits With Injury Sunday

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Ilya Mikheyev (upper body) exited Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings early in the third period. He appeared to injure his right shoulder when Kings forward Adrian Kempe tripped him, causing Mikheyev to fall into the boards. In the game, Mikheyev recorded an assist on Chicago's lone goal, bringing his scoring total to five points (three goals and two assists) over nine games. Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill downplayed the injury and does not expect Mikheyev to be sidelined for long. The Blackhawks' next matchup is scheduled for Tuesday against the Ottawa Senators. If Mikheyev misses the contest, Teuvo Teravainen could get an opportunity on the top line.

Oct 27

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