Seabrook missed Tuesday’s game in Minnesota, but will return to the lineup on Friday. With Duncan Keith likely to be suspended, Seabrook will be leaned on heavily at even strength and will likely anchor the top power-play unit.
Seabrook, 30, was drafted 14th overall in 2003 and is now signed through the 2023-24 season. The 6-foot-3, 218 lbs. defensemen is on of the steadiest blueliners in the NHL. He has only missed 10 games over the last nine seasons and has averaged eight goals and 27 assists (35 points) per 82 games throughout his career.
Seabrook missed Tuesday’s practice with an illness, but was back on the ice this morning for the game day skate, which suggests he is good-to-go tonight vs. the Blues. He has 14 points (5G / 9A) and a minus-3 rating in 24 games this season.
Seabrook did not take part in the Blackhawks’ morning skate because of and undisclosed injury. Monitor his status during Wednesday’s morning skate.
Seabrook missed the last three games after being suspended for a hit that knocked David Backes out in Game 2. After two games in the series, Seabrook was leading all Chicago skaters with four points (2G / 2A), and still ranks third on the team. However, anyone who watches the team knows his value goes far beyond offense, as his leadership and his chemistry with defensive partner Duncan Keith cannot be overstated.
Huge blow for the Hawks as Seabrook will be eligible to return Game 6.
The way discipline has been going so far in the playoffs may work in his favour. Seabrook received a game misconduct for the hit.
The Blackhawks will rest a lot of their star players tonight.
Seabrook will return to the Hawks lineup Friday against the Sharks.
Seabrook is day-to-day with a lower-body injury and won't play tonight for the Canucks. The Hawks have not confirmed who will replace Seabrook in the lineup.
With Steve Montador banged up, look for Seabrook to get on the second PP unit. He has a goal and 12 points on the season, playing more of a shut down role than in previous seasons.
Despite leaving Sunday's game with what looked like a concussion, Seabrook will stay in the lineup. He has a goal and nine points over 29 games.
Travelling with the team is a positive sign for the wounded Seabrook. After the game he appeared OK which could mean he draws back into the lineup. Check back for a further update on the oft-injured d-man.
Bad news for the Blackhawks, who were just getting used to their minute-eating defenseman staying in the lineup. Seabrook could be out with a concussion which would keep him out for at least a week.
As expected, Seabrook took a maintenance day yesterday and is expected to play tonight.
Seabrook is likely taking a maintenance day. His absence from the power play is likely indicative of not being fully healthy.
Both players are banged up and taking maintenance days. Seabrook has really helped the team since returning, putting up a plus-3 rating over two games.
Seabrook is a game-time decision for today's game. He could draw back in for the first time in five games.
Seabrook has already missed the past four games and remains a question mark for tonight's tilt. Expect to find out his status during warmups.
