Murphy has not played since December 31st, missing 13 games due to a groin injury, but will draw back into the lineup on Saturday against the Florida Panthers. Before his injury, the 31-year-old Murphy had been a steadying force on the blue line for the Blackhawks this season, averaging 20:33 time-on-ice and scoring 13 points (1G / 12A) in 38 games.
