CHICAGO — Blackhawks goaltender Laurent Brossoit will miss the beginning of coaching camp whereas he recovers from an operation on his proper knee.
Brossoit had meniscus surgical procedure on Tuesday in Chicago. Crew doctor Michael Terry mentioned Wednesday that Brossoit is predicted to return in 5 to seven weeks.
The Blackhawks open coaching camp in mid-September. They go to Utah for his or her season opener on Oct. 8.
The 31-year-old Brossoit agreed to a two-year contract with Chicago on July 1 that carries a cap hit of $3.3 million. He’s anticipated to again up Petr Mrazek in internet this season.
Brossoit appeared in 23 video games with Winnipeg final season, going 15-5-2 with a 2.00 goals-against common and a .927 save share. He additionally performed in a single sport with the Jets throughout the playoffs.
Brossoit, a sixth-round choose within the 2011 NHL draft, is 64-46-13 with a 2.64 GAA and a .911 save share in 140 profession video games. He additionally has performed for Edmonton and Vegas.
