MEDICAL UPDATE: Dach Out 4-5 Months Following Wrist Surgery

Forward suffered right wrist fracture with Team Canada on December 23

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By Chicago Blackhawks Communications
Blackhawks.com

Chicago Blackhawks team physician Dr. Michael Terry today released the following medical update on forward Kirby Dach:
"Today, Blackhawks forward Kirby Dach underwent successful surgery in Chicago to repair a right wrist fracture he sustained on December 23 at the World Junior Championships in Edmonton. We expect Kirby to return to hockey-related activities in approximately four to five months."

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