Hawks' Crawford sells Chicago home amidst rumors that his career may be over

This is not what Blackhawks fans want to hear on Christmas Day following the latest health update on the star goalie...

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Hawks' Crawford sells Chicago home amidst rumors that his career may be over
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Chicago Blackhawks fans are once again dismayed by the health condition of star goalie Corey Crawford, who suffered another concussion before the holiday break. The veteran goalie suffered a concussion after hitting his head on a goalpost in a 7-3 loss to the San Jose Sharks a little more than a week ago, on Dec. 16th. 

The team placed its netminder on injured reserve on the following Monday, a new low for the team already struggling since the start of the regular calendar. It could also be the ultimate blow to the club, as there is now real concern that not only Crawford’s season may be in jeopardy, but indeed his NHL career. Multiple Blackhawks insiders have reported in this past week that Crawford may never play again.



Fans got even more caught up in the drama of the future of Crawford with the team when the Chicago Tribune published an article on Monday that a house owned by Crawford in the River North area is now for sale. 

The 3,242-square-foot town home was owned by the goalie himself from 2014 until he sold it to several of his relatives in 2016. The house is now under contract after being listed for $1.45 million. The 33-year-old player bought the house for $1.0925 million back in 2012. He then sold it in 2016 to his father and several other family members for $1.495 million.

"Built in 2003, the Crawford family’s town home is a corner unit and has been recently updated. Features include 3½ baths, an open floor plan, 10-foot ceilings, a living room with a fireplace, hardwood floors on all levels, a white kitchen with a center island and stainless steel appliances, a patio off the kitchen, a master suite with a walk-in closet and a spa bath, and an attached, two-car garage." -  The description offered on the house and its amenities by the Chicago Tribune. 

When the Chicago Tribune tried to reach Crawford's listing agent Karen Iantorno, she declined to comment on the sale. 

Fans in Chicago will surely keep a close eye on what is happening with the veteran goalie. The most important thing is that Crawford is healthy and does not struggle with important consequences from the concussions in the future. His former teammate Dan Carcillo, who has been a very active advocate in making sure young players are careful with head trauma, will surely attempt to help his friend in his recovery process. 

This is about how he lives the rest of his life.

If indeed this is the end for Crawford, he'll go down in history with 236 wins in 432 games, two Stanley Cups and a reputation of being the best Blackhawks goaltender since Ed Belfour.