What happened: Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier and forward Andrew Mangiapane were late scratches for Friday's game against the Colorado Avalanche due to unspecified injuries sustained the previous night against Minnesota. Coach Jeff Blashill indicated the injuries are not expected to be long-term. The absences were confirmed via team announcements and media reports.

Why it matters: Mangiapane provides secondary scoring while Crevier bolsters blue-line depth for a Blackhawks squad recently hovering around wild-card contention but now with low playoff odds. No major betting line shifts noted despite heavy Avalanche favoritism ML), but thins Chicago's chances against top competition. Adds to injury challenges in a developmental season focused on growth and draft positioning.

What to watch: Track Blackhawks' Saturday injury report for updates on Crevier and Mangiapane timelines. Observe lineup adjustments and performance in upcoming games.