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Blackhawks Bits: McCabe added to COVID-19 protocol; Galvas to make NHL debut

Another roster and lineup shuffle is on the way for the Chicago Blackhawks following news that emerged before Tuesday’s morning skate in Columbus.

Defenseman Jake McCabe — along with head athletic trainer Mike Gapski — were added to COVID-19 protocol. Neither will be available for Tuesday’s game against the Blue Jackets.

#Blackhawks have called Jakub Galvas to the active roster ahead of tonight’s game in Columbus.

Jake McCabe and head athletic trainer Mike Gapski are in COVID-19 protocol. https://t.co/uydrzDM0AV— Carter Baum (@CarterBaum) January 11, 2022

Galvas, a 22-year-old blue-liner who was a fifth-round pick (150th overall) in 2017, has played 20 games with Rockford this season with one goal and five assists.