"Jonathan Toews was the second player to take the ice for the Blackhawks' first practice following the All-Star break. A short time later, Patrick Sharp followed suit.

Just like that, the Hawks' prospects for success on their nine-game road trip that begins Tuesday night against the Canucks became a whole lot more optimistic. The forwards participated in full drills with teammates during Monday night's practice at Rogers Arena and Toews said afterward he would play against the Canucks. As far as Sharp, he said he would determine if he'd return against Vancouver following Tuesday's morning skate."