Desjardins has not appeared in a game this season, but is expected to return in one of the Blackhawks’ back-to-back games this weekend. Desjardins will likely take Vince Hinostroza or Dennis Rasmussen’s spot in the lineup.
Desjardins, 27, switches places with Ben Smith and should slot right in on the Blackhawks fourth line. He has just eight points (5G / 3A) in 56 games, so moving to Chicago is not going to bump up his fantasy value.
Desjardins will not be in the lineup tonight vs. the Coyotes because he and his wife are expecting the birth of their child. He will be replaced by Tyler Kennedy.
The gritty Desjardins has three goals and 12 points with 31 PIM in 47 games.
Look for the gritty Desjardins to skate on the top line. He has three goals and nine points with 31 PIM over 41 games.
We can only assume that Desjardins needs a practice or two before getting back into a game. The fourth-line center scored three goals and eight points over 40 games this season.
Desjardins won't play tonight but getting back on the ice is a good sign for the fourth line center. He was injured on an illegal hit by Columbus Blue Jackets forward Dane Byers.
With Desjardins out of the lineup, look for the veteran Andrew Murray to move to the fourth line center position.