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Avalanche Make Roster Shakeup With Chicago Showdown Approaching

The Colorado Avalanche have made a strategic roster adjustment ahead of their upcoming series against the Chicago Blackhawks, as the teams prepare for a back-to-back road trip. With veteran defenseman Josh Manson sidelined for at least eight weeks due to injury, the Avalanche recalled hard-hitting blueliner Keaton Middleton to add depth to their blue line.

Meanwhile, the Blackhawks are dealing with their own setback after right-wing Patrick Kane suffered an upper-body injury in their 5-2 loss to Colorado on Monday, forcing him to miss the next couple of games. The Avalanche (8-5-1) open the series at the United Center, where the Blackhawks (4-9-1) will also debut their new Hometown Remix jerseys in hopes of sparking momentum on the ice.

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