The Blackhawks will be without star defenseman Duncan Keith for at least a month. Keith had surgery on his right knee yesterday and may be sidelined for up to six weeks. Keith has two assists in six games this year.
The Blackhawks will be back on the ice tomorrow when they host the Panthers at the United Center. Chicago has been off since skating to a 4-1 win over Columbus on Saturday. The 'Hawks are 3-3-and-0 on the year.