Vancouver Canucks vs Chicago Blackhawks Injury Report

The upcoming clash on October 17, 2025, between the Vancouver Canucks and Chicago Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL will be broadcast on espn+ and CHSN. This NHL injury report outlines key absences and expected returns to give you an edge when wagering.

Chicago Blackhawks injury updates:

• Shea Weber, Defense, core player: on IR-LT with an ankle injury. No specific location details; expected back July 1, 2026.
• Nick Foligno, Left Wing, key veteran: Out with a lower body issue but listed as a strong possibility to play soon per coach Jim Montgomery.
• Laurent Brossoit, Goaltender, backup role: on IR-NR with a hip surgery; projected return January 1, 2026.
• Joey Anderson, Right Wing, depth forward: on IR-NR with a lower body injury and no timetable announced.
• Landon Slaggert, Left Wing, prospect: on IR with a lower body issue; expected to return October 17, 2025.

Vancouver Canucks injury updates:

• Guillaume Brisebois, Defense, depth defender: on IR-NR with a lower body injury; placed on long-term IR, due back November 1, 2025.
• Teddy Blueger, Center, bottom-six forward: listed Out with a lower body injury; will not play October 17.
• Derek Forbort, Defense, regular defender: on IR with a lower body issue; could return October 19, 2025 if he passes warmups.
• Jett Woo, Defense, prospect: on IR-NR with an upper body injury requiring surgery; return estimated November 29, 2025.
• Nils Hoglander, Left Wing, emerging scorer: on IR with a groin surgery; out for the season.

Keeping tabs on these player statuses at NHL injuries page can uncover value plays and line movements. Ready to bet smarter? Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription now or place your bet with a U.S. regulated sportsbook and profit off the edge.