The door has just opened for a bargain trade between Blackhawks and Anaheim involving Trevor Zegras
With news of the Chicago Blackhawks and GM Kyle Davidson in the hunt for a center to line up behind Connor Bedard, could the answer be in Anaheim?
The Blackhawks have a plethora of draft capital, and prospects who could be dealt to the Ducks.
But, who would the Blackhawks target? It's doubtful the Ducks would let go of Leo Carlsson or Mason McTavish.
It'd be Trevor Zegras, who was on the trade block during the summer, but nothing materialized.
Could Kyle Davidson intensify his intent to acquire Zegras this time around? There were reports that Zegras wanted to head to New York rather than anywhere else in the NHL.
Fresh Start
Zegras has had a start that is unlike his electrifying start to the league, as he has just 2 points in 8 games under Coach Greg Cronin.
Compared to his past production, a spot in Chicago would allow him to slot in behind Connor Bedard, as center depth is thin at best.
Last night, the Blackhawks ran Nick Foligno as a 2nd-line center, and that experiment wasn't so good.
Zegras production has been on a steep decline:
67 points - Year 2
67 points - Year 3
40 points - Year 4
23 points - Year 5
Since Leo Carlsson's arrival in Anaheim, Zegras has been made the odd-man out. His lack of production is another signifier he may not be fully engaged as a player in Anaheim, and could use a new direction, or purpose on another team.
Like the Blackhawks.
What could a trade look like?
Would you be willing to give up this many assets for someone who needs a fresh start?
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Should the Blackhawks explore a trade for Trevor Zegras soon? | ||
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