Chicago Blackhawks News

Donato has missed the last two games while in COVID-19 protocol but has been cleared to play on Saturday. Consider him a game-time decision.

The Kraken added three players to the COVID-19 protocol list on Sunday and Monday but they are hopeful they will get a couple of bodies back ahead of Wednesday's game vs. the Flyers.

Athanasiou has been out since December 14th and has yet to resume skating. Head coach Todd McLellan said that he'll miss at least the next three games but could be ready for the second-game homestand that follows.

The Bruins are already postponed through the Christmas break, so moving Hall likely doesn't change much for his status.

Bjork is dealing with a non-COVID illness, so he'll be a game-time decision on Thursday. Mark Jankowski will replace him if he's unavailable.

Smith will miss Tuesday's game vs. Vegas after entering the NHL's COVID-19 protocol. Tomas Nosek is expected to return to the Bruins lineup to replace Smith and Jake DeBrusk will move up to the second line.

Seney has 53 career NHL games under his belt, all with the Devils. Seney was called up to travel with the Maple Leafs but it's unclear whether or not he will make his debut or if he is a reserve. Seney currently leads the Marlies in goals (10) and is second in point (16) through 19 games.

Mikheyev was a full participant in Monday's practice but head coach Sheldon Keefe was not ready to commit to him playing on Tuesday. Even if he misses Tuesday's game, Mikheyev is on track to make his season debut this week.

Bertuzzi missed the last five games while in COVID-19 protocol but was back on the ice for Monday's practice and will play Tuesday against the Islanders. Bertuzzi says he will remain unvaccinated. He has had a really strong year thus far, scoring nine goals with nine assists (18 points) in 20 games.