Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the Blackhawks pick in the NHL Draft the last few years?
The Blackhawks selected first overall in 2023, second overall in 2024, and third overall in 2025. This year they dropped to fourth overall, continuing a downhill pattern.
Who is expected to go first overall in this year's NHL Draft?
Gavin McKenna is likely to be selected first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs, who won the draft lottery.
Which players should the Blackhawks target with the fourth overall pick?
The Blackhawks should be targeting Caleb Malhotra or Chase Reid with the No. 4 pick. These players are considered to be in the second tier of this year's prospects behind McKenna and Ivar Stenberg.
When is the 2025 NHL Draft taking place?
The NHL Draft is scheduled for late June, with the Blackhawks having until Friday, June 26, to make their decision.
Could the Blackhawks trade their fourth overall pick instead of using it?
Yes, the Blackhawks could potentially trade the pick to make a splash in this summer's trade market, possibly even targeting a player like Auston Matthews if the Maple Leafs decide to move him.
Isaac Nielsen
Isaac Nielsen is a University of Nebraska–Omaha graduate with a degree in Journalism & Media Communication and four years of experience in sports journalism. He has spent the past two years as the Lead Blackhawks Writer at Sports Mockery, covering the team’s rebuild and focusing on roster construction, and has also reported on the Bears, Colts, Omaha Athletics, and Nebraska football.
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