The flu strikes again on a key player in Chicago.

Corey Crawford has developed the flu and will miss the game tonight. The team confirmed it earlier today.

Some updates (and there was a need for them) out of the morning skate. https://t.co/G5QEbHIS8f
— Tracey Myers (@TramyersCSN) February 26, 2017

Scott Darling to make unexpected start vs. Blues https://t.co/sib2BEDl0J
— Scott Powers (@ByScottPowers) February 26, 2017

It will give Scott Darling a chance to stop a few pucks in what is expected to be an intense and physical game. The Blues come in Chicago refreshed, after 5 days off, and will probably play as intensely as usual in a very physical game. That rivalry is always a good show.

The team expect Crawford to rejoin the formation before Wednesday, where they'll battle against the Penguins.