Morning Bag Skate 12/5

Our daily look at Blackhawks news and the happenings around the world of hockey.

Lack of practice not hurting the Hawks. (CSN Chicago)

What does demotion mean for Brandon Pirri? (Madhouse Enforcer)

Prospect watch. (ESPN Chicago)

Mighty Mike D tells us what's going on. (CtA)

Decision time nears for US Roster. (Tribune)

Pro Hockey Talk breaks down Henrik Lundqvist's new deal.

Sergei Bobrovsky out at least a month. (USA Today)

Semyon Varlamov, a real Russian hero. (Denver Post)

Dale Tallon not allowing Alexander Barkov to play in the World Juniors and I don't blame him. (Miami Herald)

Blues dealing with a two game losing streak, something they shoyld be used to during the playoffs. (STL Today)