Brian Campbell could have his streak of 390 consecutive NHL games played snapped by a healthy scratch. The defenseman is expected to be in the press box Friday for the Blackhawks’ game against the Blue Jackets, which would be the first time he’s missed an NHL regular season game since 2011.
The surprising move comes as coach Joel Quenneville “tinkers” with his lineup after an uneven start to the season. While there’s still a chance Campbell plays against Columbus, all signs point toward a night off.
Campbell was Chicago’s biggest free agent signing during the 2016 offseason after turning down bigger offers to take just $1.