The Chicago Blackhawks have received some bad news about one of the best young players just before the season begins. According to sources, the Blackhawks are expected to place Philipp Kurashev on Long Term Injured Reserve (LTIR).
In his absence, the Blackhawks will turn to Reese Johnson, Boris Katchouk, and Mackenzie Entwistle. The Blackhawks begin their season tonight against the Pittsburgh Penguins. This will also be the beginning of the Connor Bedard era in the NHL.