Darling is expected to start in between the pipes Friday against Minnesota, Mark Lazerus of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

After Corey Crawford started in Chicago's 3-1 loss Thursday, Darling will likely step in to the net with the hopes of returning the Hawks to their winning ways. The Blackhawks have struggled to score of late, meaning they may need to open up their style of play in the event that Minnesota's potent offense puts them in an early hole, exposing Darling to numerous high-quality scoring chances.