Darling stopped four of five shots after replacing Corey Crawford in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime loss to Vancouver.

EDGE Analysis

His team was able to erase a three-goal third-period deficit after Daring came into the game 2:15 into the frame, but Daniel Sedin beat him on the power play in overtime to secure a win for the visitors. Darling's save percentage dropped from .931 to .930 with this showing, giving Blue Jackets netminder Sergei Bobrovsky sole possession of the league lead in the category as a result.

Darling turned away 22 of 25 shots in Sunday's win over Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

It was a decent outing for Darling, as his team scored five goals in the third period to erase a 3-0 deficit and win 6-3. That's the sixth straight victory for the 28-year-old, who is getting the job done whenever he's called upon. Darling is sporting an unreal .931 save percentage, with Sunday marking the first time in six appearances that he's allowed more than two goals. Chicago has clinched a playoff spot and while he's the backup behind Corey Crawford, Darling could still see some action down the stretch. He's worthy of a fantasy play whenever he gets the nod.

Darling will patrol the crease in Sunday's game against the Avalanche, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Darling has played extremely well in net each of his last five outings despite playing just five of the last 14 games. Over that span, he's posted a 1.21 GAA, a .963 save percentage and a 5-0-0 record. He stands a great chance of making it six wins in a row Sunday, squaring off against a Colorado club that struggles to score consistently.

Carling made 33 saves for the Blackhawks in a 2-1 win over the Senators on Thursday night.

EDGE Analysis

It was Darling's first game since March 1 because of an injured hand, but he picked right up where he left off, earning his fifth straight win. Darling has allowed just six goals in those five games.

Darling will guard the cage in Thursday's road game against the Senators, Mark Lazerus of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Darling has been outstanding this season, posting a 16-5-2 record while registering a 2.13 GAA and .931 save percentage over 16 appearances. The American netminder will look to keep rolling and pick up his 17th win of the campaign in a favorable road matchup with a Senators team that's only averaging 2.50 goals per game at home this season, 25th in the NHL.

Darling (hand) will be available to serve in a backup capacity Tuesday against the Canadiens, Scott King of WGN Radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Blackhawks initially feared that Darling would be sidelined for three weeks after it was announced March 4 that he was dealing with the hand injury, but the netminder was able to cut his recovery timetable in half. Once the Blackhawks are able to ease Darling back in, coach Joel Quenneville may opt to deploy a timeshare in goal with Darling and No. 1 starter Corey Crawford, whose numbers have been inferior to his backup's this season.

Darling (hand) is close to returning and will accompany the team on its upcoming Canada road trip, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Further bolstering the case for Darling's imminent return is the fact that Jeff Glass was sent back to the minors Sunday, leaving just Corey Crawford and Darling as the only two goalies on the roster. It's doubtful that the Virginia native will draw the start for Tuesday's game in Montreal, but if he is healthy enough to be the backup for that game, he'll return almost two weeks ahead of schedule.

Darling will be out for three weeks with what is suspected to be a hand injury, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Given that timeline, Darling almost assuredly will end up on injured reserve. Chicago's hockey club is a virtual lock to make the playoffs, though the loss of Darling is significant because it could cause unnecessary wear and tear on starter Corey Crawford ahead of the playoff grind. Of course, the Blackhawks could give some spot-starts to Jeff Glass, who was called up from AHL Rockford on Friday. Expect there to be fewer than 10 games remaining in the regular season by the time Darling is healthy enough to return.

Darling will not be available for Friday night's game against the Islanders due to an upper-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

This means that freshly recalled goalie Jeff Glass will serve as the backup to Corey Crawford in the upcoming contest. After Saturday's clash with the Predators, Darling and Co. will have four days off to rest between games, but there's still a chance that the Illinois native draws in for the second leg of the back-to-back set.

Darling made 36 saves in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Darling continues to deliver when called upon. He ranks second behind Devan Dubnyk with a .931 save percentage, and has allowed just five goals during his current four-game win streak. Veteran Corey Crawford has started Chicago's other eight games over that stretch, and continues to serve as the top option despite Darling's superior numbers. As long as that remains the case, Darling's value will continue to be limited.