Frequently Asked Questions
What did the Blackhawks give up to get Bowen Byram?
Chicago sent the 4th overall pick, a 2nd round pick, and a player to the Buffalo Sabres to acquire Byram.
How much money is Bowen Byram expected to make on his new contract?
Current projections have Byram making somewhere between $10 million and $12.5 million per year. If he lands the high-end number, he would become the highest-paid defenseman in the NHL, surpassing Erik Karlsson.
How long will Bowen Byram's contract extension be?
According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, the deal will likely be longer than four years but probably won't be a full eight years, with five or six years being the expected range.
What were Bowen Byram's stats last season?
Byram posted 11 goals and 31 assists in his best season yet, showing strong offensive skills as a defenseman and contributing on the power play.
Who are the Blackhawks targeting to pair with Connor Bedard after the Byram deal?
Chicago has been mentioned in connection with Jason Robertson, Alex DeBrincat, Alex Tuch, and Anthony Mantha as potential top-six wingers to maximize Connor Bedard's impact.
Erik Lambert
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