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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Falling out of favor
Andreas Athanasiou was scratched for the fourth game in a row for Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Sharks.Athanasiou has sat out six of the Chicago Blackhawks' first 11 games, and he hasn't earned a point while averaging 9:36 of ice time over his first five outings. The 30-year-old forward has added six shots on net, five hits, four blocked shots and a minus-1 rating. The recent success of players like Lukas Reichel and Ryan Donato likely means Athanasiou will have to wait his turn for another look in the lineup. Even when he draws back in, he's unlikely to be productive in a fourth-line role.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Tallies in Sunday's loss
Andreas Athanasiou scored a goal on two shots in Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes.Athanasiou has three points over his last seven games, including both of his goals this season. The 29-year-old missed significant time with a groin injury this season, and he's lacked offense since returning to the lineup. Athanasiou is at nine points, 42 shots on net and a minus-8 rating through 26 appearances.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Finally lights lamp Saturday
Andreas Athanasiou scored his first goal of the season in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Stars.The 29-year-old center has been limited to 22 games this season due to a groin injury he suffered in November, and it took him until Chicago's 76th contest to finally find the back of the net. Athanasiou has only four points in 11 games since returning to the lineup as he skates on the third line at even strength and sees shifts on the second power-play unit -- roles that keep him away from Connor Bedard, and far from significant fantasy value.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Two helpers in return
Andreas Athanasiou recorded two assists and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 7-2 win over the Ducks.Athanasiou had a hand in goals by Ryan Donato and Mackenzie Entwistle. This was Athanasiou's first action in four months -- he missed 53 games with a groin injury. Down the stretch, the 29-year-old should be able to maintain a middle-six role with some power-play time. He has six helpers, 23 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 12 outings this season.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Returning to lineup
Andreas Athanasiou (groin) will return to the lineup Tuesday when Chicago plays Anaheim at home, per Mark Lazerus of The Athletic.Athanasiou has played in only 11 games this year, recording four assists and 20 shots on goal. The 29-year-old had 20 goals and 20 assists in 2022-23, when he played 81 games. He will look to break off some of the rust Tuesday in a favorable matchup against the rebuilding Ducks.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Questionable against Washington
Andreas Athanasiou (groin) will travel with his teammates to Washington, but he's considered questionable for Saturday's contest against the Capitals, per Scott Powers of The Athletic.Athanasiou hasn't been in the lineup since Nov. 9. He has four assists in 11 games this season. Athanasiou will likely serve in a middle-six capacity if he does return Saturday.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Close to returning
Andreas Athanasiou (groin) was spotted in a red jersey at Thursday's practice and has been doing contact drills, per Tracey Myers of NHL.com.Athanasiou has been battling injuries all year, only playing in 11 games thus far. The 29-year-old has recorded just four assists on the season, but he will nonetheless likely slot into a first or second-line spot when he makes his return.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Making progress
Andreas Athanasiou (groin) participated in drills during Tuesday's practice, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.Athanasiou's return to the lineup isn't imminent because he hasn't been cleared for contact yet, Still, he appears to be making some progress. Athanasiou, who hasn't played since Nov. 9, has four assists and 20 shots on goal in 11 appearances this season.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Still not skating
Andreas Athanasiou (groin) has yet to resume skating but is expected back on the ice soon, Charlie Roumeliotis of NBC Sports Chicago reports Wednesday.Athanasiou has already been out of action for the Blackhawk's last 12 contests and looks unlikely to be ready for game action soon. Prior to getting hurt, the 29-year-old forward was still looking for his first goal of the 2023-24 campaign. Given his slump and injury concerns, Athanasiou seems unlikely to reach the 20-goal threshold in 2023-24 after hitting that mark last year.
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Blackhawks' Andreas Athanasiou: Placed on injured reserve
Andreas Athanasiou (lower body) was put on injured reserve Thursday, per Charlie Roumeliotis of NBC Sports Chicago.Athanasiou was injured versus the Lightning on Nov. 9 and has missed the last five games. The Chicago Blackhawks recalled Cole Guttman and Joey Anderson on Thursday, necessitating Athanasiou's move to injured reserve. Athanasiou has four assists in 11 games this season after picking up 20 goals and 20 assists in 81 contests last season.