Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Chicago Blackhawks - NHL Game Preview - January 23, 2026 - CBS Sports

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Lightning	3.41 GF AVG	2.63 GA AVG	19.50 Power Play
Blackhawks	2.72 GF AVG	3.07 GA AVG	21.20 Power Play

PLAYERS	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Victor Hedman (D)	Elbow	01-31-2026Expected to be out until at least Feb 1
Ryan McDonagh (D)	Undisclosed	01-09-2026Expected to be out until at least Jan 10
Scott Sabourin (RW)	Undisclosed	01-17-2026Expected to be out until at least Jan 18
Emil Martinsen Lilleberg (D)	Undisclosed	02-02-2026Expected to be out until at least Feb 3

PLAYERS	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Shea Weber (D)	Ankle	06-30-2026Out for the season
Frank Nazar (C)	Upper Body	02-25-2026Expected to be out until at least Feb 26
Connor Bedard (C)	Shoulder	01-08-2026Expected to be out until at least Jan 9

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