Frequently Asked Questions
Why would the Blackhawks trade Alex DeBrincat if he's such a good player?
DeBrincat helps win games, but the Hawks are looking to lose during their tank and rebuild. Trading him would help the team get better draft picks while he's at peak value with one year left on his contract.
What is Alex DeBrincat's contract situation with the Blackhawks?
DeBrincat has one year remaining on his contract with a cap hit of $6,400,000. He's due a $9,000,000 qualifying offer at the end of his current deal.
Could the New Jersey Devils trade their second overall pick for DeBrincat?
Reports suggest the Devils may trade their second overall pick for an immediate impact player, and DeBrincat fits that description. It would be a massive trade since no team has traded a top-three pick in 21 years.
How does DeBrincat compare to Brandon Hagel as a trade piece?
DeBrincat is currently the most valuable trade piece the Blackhawks have, and trading him would set rebuild wheels in motion even more than the Brandon Hagel trade did.
What makes Alex DeBrincat so attractive to other NHL teams?
DeBrincat is a 24-year-old pure goal scorer and two-time 40-goal scorer who would provide immediate offensive impact. Teams are lining up to acquire his services with only one year left on his deal.