Blackhawks' Kostka out 4-6 weeks

Published October 23, 2013 2:34pm EDT | Updated January 13, 2015 12:26pm EST

Chicago, IL (SportsNetwork.com) - Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Michael Kostka will miss 4-to-6 weeks of action due to a lower-body injury.

The 27-year-old Kostka suffered the injury during Tuesday's practice. He won't need surgery.

Kostka has one goal in two games this season. He had eight assists in 35 games with the Maple Leafs last season.