It’s been a tough season for the Chicago Blackhawks and their fans, and it just got a little tougher. The team announced today that forward Taylor Hall is expected to miss the remainder of the season with a right knee injury.
Hall, who was acquired from the Buffalo Sabres in April, had been off to a strong start with the Blackhawks. He had recorded four goals and four assists in 11 games, and was a key part of the team’s offense.
The injury occurred during a game against the Carolina Hurricanes on April 25th. Hall was seen limping off the ice after a collision with Hurricanes forward Jesper Fast. He was later diagnosed with a right knee sprain and has been out of action since then.
The loss of Hall is a major blow to the Blackhawks’ playoff hopes. With just seven games left in the regular season, they are currently on the outside looking in when it comes to making the playoffs.
Hall is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for next season. In the meantime, the Blackhawks will have to rely on their other forwards to step up and fill the void left by Hall’s absence.
It’s been a difficult year for the Blackhawks, but they still have an opportunity to make the playoffs if they can find a way to win without Hall in the lineup. It won’t be easy, but with some hard work and determination, anything is possible.
