Blackhawks’ Toews is out with illness, no return is set
Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews will miss the start of training camp because of an illness, and there is no timetable for his return.
The 32-year-old Toews said Tuesday he has been experiencing symptoms that have left him feeling “drained and lethargic.”
“I am extremely disappointed, but it wouldn’t be fair to myself or my teammates to attempt to play in my current condition.”
The loss of Toews is the biggest blow in a tough stretch for Chicago heading into the 56-game season, which begins Jan. 13.
The veteran center, a three-time Stanley Cup winner with the Blackhawks, had 18 goals and 42 assists in 70 games last season, but he also is one of the team’s best defensive forwards.
There was no word from Toews or the team on what is causing his symptoms.
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Soccer
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