The Blackhawks’ “B” team gave a pretty good showing in the preseason opener against the Blue Jackets, but now we get to see something closer to a real lineup Thursday night at home against the Red Wings.
Instead of a lineup full of prospects and players on PTOs, fans at the United Center will be treated to the likes of Patrick Kane, Duncan Keith, and company. Jonathan Toews didn’t practice Thursday morning, but he’s also expected to be replaced on the top line by David Kampf.