The main focus and excitement is
Connor Bedard, as he's coming off a Calder Cup winning rookie season. Last year, he had 61 points in 68 games in a shortened season due to a fractured jaw. However, it is unknown who his linemates are going to be. Bedard and
Philipp Kurashev really connected last season, and that actually led Kurashev to the best season of his career by far. But, with the additions of Tyler Bertuzzi and Teuvo Teravainen, those guys are in the mix as well. Teravainen on the left, Bedard at center, and Kurashev on the right would be the ideal line, with Bertuzzi on the second line for some good, decent depth, which is something the Blackhawks haven't had in a while. Fans should also hope that
Alex Vlasic continues to shine, as he was one of the few bright spots last year as he's shown he can be a first line defender, and he just signed a six-year contract.