Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Darren Raddysh and what team did he sign with?
Darren Raddysh is a 21-year-old defenseman who was the top defenseman in the OHL last season. He signed a one-year contract with the Rockford Ice Hogs, the Chicago Blackhawks' minor league affiliate.
What awards and stats did Darren Raddysh have in the OHL?
Raddysh led all OHL defensemen with 81 points last season and won the Max Kaminsky Trophy as the league's most outstanding defenseman. Over his four-year OHL career, he scored 41 goals and accumulated 184 total points.
What is Darren Raddysh's connection to Alex DeBrincat?
Raddysh was teammates with Blackhawks prospect Alex DeBrincat on the Erie Otters. The two players helped lead Erie to the OHL Championship last season.
Why are the Blackhawks interested in adding young defensemen like Raddysh?
The Blackhawks have been desperately trying to get younger on the blue line. Raddysh could serve as a useful puck-moving defenseman for the organization down the road.
How could the expansion draft affect the Blackhawks' defense?
Chicago could use even more help on defense if Trevor van Riemsdyk gets selected by the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The Blackhawks left van Riemsdyk exposed for selection, and reports suggest he could be part of a package deal involving Marcus Kruger.