Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Kevin Korchinski sent back to junior hockey?
Korchinski was reassigned to Seattle WHL as expected to allow him to continue developing as a player and person. Despite looking skilled and confident like a veteran during his time with the Hawks, this year's roster has little room for rookies.
Where did Arvid Soderblom get assigned after preseason?
Soderblom was assigned to Rockford in the AHL. The move wasn't surprising given the Blackhawks signed goalies Petr Mrazek and Alex Stalock in the offseason, but he's expected to be called up if any goalie goes down.
How did Samuel Savoie perform in his preseason games?
Savoie didn't register any points but made his presence felt with eight hits in his first two games. He's been compared to Andrew Shaw and described as a future junkyard dog before being reassigned to Gatineau in the QMJHL.
What happened in the Blackhawks game in Milwaukee?
The Hawks played the Wild in Milwaukee, marking the first time Wisconsin hosted NHL action in over 29 years. While the product on ice wasn't great for the Blackhawks, fans showed out and the event was good for growing hockey in the Milwaukee market.
How many players are left on the Blackhawks roster?
The roster has been trimmed to 42 players after the recent assignments. The Hawks need to get down to 23 players before their game against the Avalanche in nine days.