Seth Jones Out Four Weeks with Injury

Seth Jones, the Chicago Blackhawks' top defenseman, is expected to miss four weeks due to a right foot injury sustained during a game against the Seattle Kraken. Placed on injured reserve, Jones has been a crucial player, leading the NHL in average ice time at 25:43 and contributing 10 points in 17 games this season. His absence will put additional pressure on an already thin defensive lineup, with younger players like Alex Vlasic expected to increase their responsibilities. The Blackhawks, currently last in the NHL with a 6-12-1 record, will need to adapt quickly as they face a busy schedule in December. Jones is in the fifth season of an eight-year, $76 million contract, and the team will rely on veteran defensemen like Alec Martinez and Connor Murphy to fill the gap. The Blackhawks have struggled without Jones, losing both games played since his injury.