Frequently Asked Questions
How many points did the Blackhawks get in their last 3 games against beatable teams?
The Blackhawks only managed 1 point out of a possible 6 points in their past 3 games, failing to win any of those crucial matchups against beatable opponents.
What is the Blackhawks' current draft position after missing the playoffs?
The Blackhawks currently sit in a 3-way tie for the 8th worst record in the league. They're outside the Top 5 draft positions, which limits their ability to add a surefire stud player.
How much salary cap space will the Blackhawks have in the offseason?
The Blackhawks are projected to have about $23.169 million in cap space heading into the offseason, with the salary cap increasing to $83 million creating an additional $3.5 million in space.
Which Blackhawks players are expected to get contract extensions?
Alex DeBrincat, Dylan Strome, and Brendan Perlini are expected to receive extensions. DeBrincat is projected at $5-7 million AAV, Strome at $3-5 million AAV, and Perlini at $1.5-3 million AAV.
Which veteran Blackhawks players could be traded to free up cap space?
Artem Anisimov ($4.55 mil AAV), Brent Seabrook ($6.875 mil AAV), and Duncan Keith ($5.538 mil AAV) are all prime candidates to be dealt. Corey Crawford ($6 mil AAV) could also be moved since his contract expires after next season.