Corey Perry Absent from Blackhawks for Foreseeable Future

Veteran forward's absence comes as team struggles in Western Conference, with no immediate plans to replace him or injured Taylor Hall.

Corey Perry, veteran forward for the Chicago Blackhawks, will be away from the team for the foreseeable future.
The decision for Perry's absence was made by the team, according to GM Kyle Davidson, but Perry's agent, Pat Morris, states it was Perry's decision to attend to personal matters.
Perry, a 19-year NHL veteran, has four goals and five assists in 16 games this season.
The Blackhawks are also without winger Taylor Hall, who is expected to miss the rest of the season due to an ACL injury.
The Blackhawks are currently second-to-last in the Western Conference with a 6-12-1 record.