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Senators star defenceman Karlsson out with injury after blocking shot

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Ottawa star defenceman Erik Karlsson missed the Senators' game Thursday at Minnesota, ending the Norris Trophy candidate's streak of 324 consecutive games.

Karlsson was hurt after blocking a shot in Ottawa's game Tuesday at Philadelphia.

The Senators' captain hadn't missed a game since Feb 16, 2013.

Karlsson leads the NHL in blocked shots this season and is second among defencemen in scoring with 15 goals and 53 assists in 75 games.

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