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Blackhawks Captain Nick Foligno Out Four Weeks with Injury

11/17/2025

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Summary

Foligno Injured Out

Nick Foligno, the Chicago Blackhawks captain, will miss about four weeks with a hand injury.
The injury occurred when a shot deflected off his hand with 90 seconds left in the second period.
Foligno is 38 and has six points in 15 games this season.
The team sits third in the Central Division at 9-5-4.
Coach Jeff Blashill emphasized Foligno's leadership and experience on and off the ice.

Summary

Blackhawks Win Streak

The Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2, extending their point streak to five games, with 20 giveaways noted.
Colton Dach scored the game-winning goal.
Teuvo Teravainen added a highlight-reel goal.
According to coach Jeff Blashill, Captain Nick Foligno is expected to miss about four weeks after leaving the game with a hand injury.
The Blackhawks will host the Calgary Flames next.

History

Historical Context

The Chicago Blackhawks ended a 49-year championship drought by winning the Stanley Cup in 2010, revitalizing the franchise and boosting merchandise sales over $1 million. This victory followed significant roster changes and management shifts, including the hiring of Rocky Wirtz as owner in 2007, who transformed the team's marketing and competitiveness. Today, the team faces challenges as captain Nick Foligno deals with a major injury.

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Foligno Injured Out

Nick Foligno, the Chicago Blackhawks captain, will miss about four weeks with a hand injury.
The injury occurred when a shot deflected off his hand with 90 seconds left in the second period.
Foligno is 38 and has six points in 15 games this season.
The team sits third in the Central Division at 9-5-4.
Coach Jeff Blashill emphasized Foligno's leadership and experience on and off the ice.

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