Hawks’ Toews out indefinitely

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,” Toews said in a release.

The loss of Toews is the biggest blow in a tough stretch for Chicago heading into the 56-game season, which begins on Jan. 13.

The announcement of Toews' illness comes in the wake of injuries for Kirby Dach and Alex Nylander that could sidelined the young forwards for the entire season.