The Denver Post is reporting that Avalanche rookie center Matt Duchene
wasn't on the ice for practice today. Colorado coach
Joe Sacco said Duchene had a sore shoulder, but should be able to
play against the Blackhawks on Friday
"We just wanted to keep him off today and make sure we didn't do anything further to it," Sacco said. "He should fine tomorrow night."
Duchene was injured during the third period of Colorado's home victory Wednesday over Phoenix. "He took a hit in front of our bench and fell awkwardly," Sacco said.
Duchene, 18, has two goals and five assists for the Avalanche in 16 games.
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