Blackhawks complete shocking move with young star forward just two days after being scratched
The Chicago Blackhawks have left fans surprised with a unexpected move involving young star Lukas Reichel.
Returning to the lineup after being scratched in the last game, Reichel finds himself moved to the teams' fourth line. Head Coach Luke Richardson stated that he envisions Reichel in a "checking" grinder role, a decision that has raised eyebrows.
At 6 feet tall and weighing 170 pounds, Reichel is not your typical fourth-line player, especially when facing opponents known for their physicality, Reichel may find himself more banged up than developing.
This move has sparked dissatisfaction among many, including Blackhawks team reporter Mark Lazarus, who expressed his concern, saying:
In response to the criticism, Richardson defended the decision, emphasizing the importance of checking in the league. He acknowledged that while the fourth line might not be Reichel's long-term fit, it serves as a starting point for him to show determination, engage in battles, and win pucks consistently.
A fan also angrily spoke out on twitter, stating the following:
The revised Blackhawks lineup for the upcoming matchup against the Nashville Predators reflects the changes:
Beauvillier-Bedard-KurashevT. Johnson-Guttman-RaddyshFoligno-Dickinson-AndersonReichel-Donato-Entwistle
Defensive Pairings:
Vlasic-JonesKorchinski-MurphyTinordi-Zaitsev/Crevier
Goaltenders:
SöderblomMrazek
Reichel voiced his displeasure at morning skate
Lukas Reichel on the scratch in Minnesota:
Fans will be closely watching how Reichel adapts to this unexpected role on the fourth line.
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5 DECEMBRE | 74 ANSWERS Blackhawks complete shocking move with young star forward just two days after being scratched Did the Blackhawks complete the right move with Reichel? | ||
| Yes | 34 | 45.9 % |
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