Athanasiou was reassigned to AHL Rockford on Thursday, per Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou has a goal in eight appearances with Chicago in 2024-25. He was in the lineup for the Blackhawks' past three games and averaged 10:45 of ice time over that stretch. The 30-year-old has also contributed eight goals and 16 points in 16 outings with Rockford this season.

Athanasiou scored a goal in Monday's 5-1 win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Spencer Knight's 41-save effort will get the headlines here, but Athanasiou also picked up his first goal in two games since returning to the NHL ranks. The 30-year-old stretched the Blackhawks' lead to 4-1 in the third period with a goal against one of his former teams. It was his first point in seven NHL outings this season, and he's added eight shots on net, five hits and six blocked shots. Athanasiou may have some streaming appeal if he can make his way onto the top line, but there's not much to like if he sticks in the bottom six -- he centered the third line in Monday's contest.

Athanasiou was recalled from AHL Rockford on Friday, Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou appeared in five games for Chicago earlier this year, and he was held without a point while recording five hits, four blocked shots and a minus-1 rating. He missed time with a wrist injury earlier in the year but has made 16 appearances in the AHL, recording eight goals, eight assists and 18 PIM. The 30-year-old will likely serve in a depth role but could compete for time in the lineup, especially as the trade deadline approaches.

Athanasiou (wrist) was given the all-clear to resume practicing with AHL Rockford on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou was sent down to the minors after going pointless through five NHL games but saw action in just three AHL games before suffering his wrist injury. The veteran forward was productive in those three appearances for the IceHogs, scoring twice. If he can rediscover that form, Athanasiou should be in contention to work his way back onto the NHL roster.

Athanasiou, who was sent down to AHL Rockford in mid-November, sustained a hand or wrist injury against AHL Chicago on Sunday, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou's stint in the minors was supposed to help him rediscover his game after being held without a point through his first five appearances this season. While the veteran winger did manage to score a pair of goals for the IceHogs, his injury will no doubt be a setback for his chances of earning back a spot in the Blackhawks' lineup.

Athanasiou will be placed on waivers Monday, Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou has been a healthy scratch for nine straight games. He hasn't earned a point in five appearances while contributing six shots on goal, four blocked shots and five hits this season. Athanasiou's $4.25 million cap hit for 2024-25 will likely scare away teams from claiming him, meaning he could be ticketed for AHL Rockford if he clears waivers.

Athanasiou was scratched for the fourth game in a row for Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou has sat out six of the Blackhawks' first 11 games, and he hasn't earned a point while averaging 9:36 of ice time over his first five outings. The 30-year-old forward has added six shots on net, five hits, four blocked shots and a minus-1 rating. The recent success of players like Lukas Reichel and Ryan Donato likely means Athanasiou will have to wait his turn for another look in the lineup. Even when he draws back in, he's unlikely to be productive in a fourth-line role.

Athanasiou scored a goal on two shots in Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou has three points over his last seven games, including both of his goals this season. The 29-year-old missed significant time with a groin injury this season, and he's lacked offense since returning to the lineup. Athanasiou is at nine points, 42 shots on net and a minus-8 rating through 26 appearances.

Athanasiou scored his first goal of the season in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old center has been limited to 22 games this season due to a groin injury he suffered in November, and it took him until Chicago's 76th contest to finally find the back of the net. Athanasiou has only four points in 11 games since returning to the lineup as he skates on the third line at even strength and sees shifts on the second power-play unit -- roles that keep him away from Connor Bedard, and far from significant fantasy value.

Athanasiou recorded two assists and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 7-2 win over the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou had a hand in goals by Ryan Donato (on the power play and Mackenzie Entwistle. This was Athanasiou's first action in four months -- he missed 53 games with the groin injury. Down the stretch, the 29-year-old should be able to maintain a middle-six role with some power-play time. He has six helpers, 23 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 12 outings this season.