Blackhawks bring back Sam Lafferty; contract extension talks coming with some players
Connor Bedard and goalie Spencer Knight are two players with whom the 'Hawks can begin contract extension talks this summer.
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Connor Bedard and goalie Spencer Knight are two players with whom the 'Hawks can begin contract extension talks this summer.
Keith won three Stanley Cups with the Blackhawks in 2010, 2013, and 2015. He also twice won the Norris Trophy as the NHL's best defenseman, and won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2015 as MVP of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Donato was eligible for unrestricted free agency before agreeing to his new deal with his fifth NHL team.
Fifth Third Arena, at 1801 W. Jackson Blvd., first opened in 2017. It has been undergoing major renovations since May of last year.
Blashill, 51, spent the past three seasons as an assistant with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Before that, he spent seven seasons as head coach of the Detroit Red Wings.
Blashill was introduced at the United Center on Tuesday.
Blashill, 51, spent the past three seasons as an assistant with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Before that, he spent seven seasons as head coach of the Detroit Red Wings from 2015-22.
The Blackhawks had to settle for the third pick, after selecting first and second the last two years.
Bedard is eligible for a rookie contract extension this summer.
The Blackhawks (25-46-11) missed the playoffs for the fifth straight year.
