From Trade Talk to Redemption
A look at some positives as the Blackhawks hit the All-Star break, as well as possible trade bait options
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In today’s edition, we look at some of the ways the Blackhawks are headed for redemption and players that could be traded at the trade deadline.
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3 Blackhawks Who Must Be Traded by the Deadline
January 30, 2024 by Hunter Crowther
With recent extensions for Nick Foligno, Jason Dickinson and Petr Mrazek, fans and pundits are wondering who is left for the Chicago Blackhawks to move ahead of the March 8 NHL Trade Deadline. We’re still five weeks away, but it’s never too early to speculate which players general manager Kyle Davidson could move for a decent return.
With that in mind, here are three players who could be traded ahead of the deadline.
Blackhawks Headed in Right Direction at All-Star Break (Seriously!)
January 29, 2024 by Gail Kauchak
Let’s face it, the Chicago Blackhawks DID NOT start out 2024 on the right foot. At one point in early January they had nine players on injured reserve, including 2023 No. 1 draft pick Connor Bedard. The last game before the All-Star break was their 20th consecutive road loss, which is a new franchise record, and they’re currently dead last in the standings. It’s been an uphill battle, to say the least. But what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, right?
As the team heads into the All-Star break there’s actually a lot of positives, especially if you step back and take a look at the big picture. Let’s discuss how the Blackhawks are headed in the right direction as they prepare for the last few months of the season, and beyond.
