Blackhawks Place Brent Seabrook, Andrew Shaw and Zack Smith on Long-Term IR

Blackhawks injury updates on Seabrook, Shaw, Smith originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago

The Blackhawks announced Friday that Brent Seabrook (hip), Andrew Shaw (concussion) and Zack Smith (back) have been placed on long-term injured reserve.

Seabrook, 35, also released a statement saying his playing career is over because of injuries. He has not appeared in a game since Dec. 15, 2019 after undergoing surgery on his right shoulder and both hips. 

"After several surgeries, countless hours of rehab and training to get back on the ice at the level of my expectations, it will not be possible for me to continue playing hockey," said Seabrook, who has three years left on his contract after this season with a cap hit of $6.875 million. "This is what is best for me and my family. ... It was an honor to play the game that I love, with teammates I love, in front of fans I love, in a city that my family and I have grown to love."

Shaw was moved from injured reserve to long-term IR, which isn't surprising given his concussion history. It's unclear whether he will return this season or ever play again.

Smith underwent back surgery on March 6, 2020 and has not played since. His contract that carries a $3.25 million cap hit expires at the end of the season.

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