Chicago Blackhawks 2024 NHL draft lottery odds officially unveiled

Last year, their chances of winning the Connor Bedard sweepstakes were only 11.5%, so these odds are definitely an improvement.

The Blackhawks have an additional first-round pick, courtesy of Tampa Bay. However, since the Lightning qualified for the playoffs, that pick will be beyond the top-10...

The Blackhawks are in line for a top-four pick in this year's draft, no matter what happens. Ben Pope noted that they have a 14.1% chance of securing the No. 2 pick, a 30.7% probability of landing at No. 3, and a 41.7% chance of dropping to No. 4.

With a worse record than the Blackhawks in the 2024 regular season, the San Jose Sharks have the highest odds of winning the draft lottery at 25%. The Ducks, on the other hand, hold the third-best odds at 13.5%.

The top pick this year is predicted to be Macklin Celebrini from Boston University. Even though it's not as big of a deal as the Bedard frenzy, this two-way center has consistently performed at a high level with exceptional skill no matter where he's played.

Mark your calendars for May, as the 2024 NHL Draft lottery will be taking place sometime during that month. The league is currently working behind the scenes to finalize the arrangements, ensuring that the selection process is conducted smoothly and with utmost integrity. Stay tuned for further updates!