The NHL is suspending Blackhawks forward Daniel Carcillo six games without pay for an illegal hit. Carcillo came up from behind and cross-checked Jets forward Mathieu Perreault late in the second period of Chicago's 4-2 loss to Winnipeg on Friday. It's the eighth suspension of Carcillo's career.
The Blackhawks battle the Coyotes at the United Center tonight. Chicago is coming off Sunday's 6-3 home loss to the Stars. The 'Hawks have dropped two straight and three-of-four overall. The puck drops at 7:30.