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Olli Maatta is a game-time decision tonight in New Jersey
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Olli Maatta is a game-time decision tonight in New Jersey

Here is what this means for the Blackhawks' lineup:

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Yesterday, the Blackhawks earned a great 4-3 victory in Boston against the Bruins. The game ended in overtime as the Hawks put an end to the Bruins' win streak. This evening, they will be in New Jersey as they get set to face the New Jersey Devils. They will look to keep their momentum going after beating one of the best teams in the NHL yesterday.

It was announced today that Duncan Keith and Andrew Shaw who missed their team's last few games were officially placed on the injury reserve. It means that Anton Wedin will stay in the lineup.

Olli Maatta is close to a return after being out with an injury, but is currently suffering from the flu. his presence in tonight's game will be a game-time decision. He is set to warm up with the team and evaluate if he feels well enough to play. In his absence, Dennis Gilbert would stay in the lineup and play a second consecutive game.

Coach Colliton also confirmed that Corey Crawford would get the start tonight after Lehner got the W yesterday.

Here is the Blackhawks' projected lineup for tonight's game against the Devils according to NHL.com staff writer, Mike G. Morreale:

Forwards:

Alex Nylander - Jonathan Toews - Brandon Saad

Alex DeBrincat - Dylan Strome - Patrick Kane

Zack Smith - Kirby Dach - Ryan Carpenter

Dominik Kubalik - David Kampf - Anton Wedin

Defensemen:

Calvin de Haan - Brent Seabrook

Slater Koekkoek - Connor Murphy

Dennis Gilbert - Erik Gustafsson

Goaltenders:

Corey Crawford

Robin Lehner

There are no healthy scratches. Duncan Keith, Andrew Shaw and Drake Caggiula are ruled out for tonight's game because of their injuries.