Three Blackhawks prospects that you should be excited about

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Claire
June 10, 2022 (2:51 PM)

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As the Blackhawks dive into their rebuild, there are certain players they should consider signing so they can have their NHL chance. While some of these players are still really young, if they're willing to give it a shot, the Blackhawks should let them try. This is my list of top three Hawks prospects I hope we see in the United Center next season.

Colton Dach

At 18-years-old Dach was drafted to the Hawks in the second round of the 2021 draft (62nd overall), and he played his first season with the Kelowna Rockets shortly after. He had the most assists (50) and points (79) on the team, tied for first in goals (29), and is considered one of the better shooters drafted according to eliteprospects.com. If given the chance to play alongside his brother Kirby Dach, maybe they'll both find the confidence the perform at the NHL level.

Alec Regula

We've seen a little bit of Regula on the Blackhawks the past two seasons, but he should stay on the roster for a full season. At 6'4» and 208 pounds, he's a big body who can complete checks while still being quick on his feet if he sees a chance to score. As a defenseman, you can still see him take shots; if he's able to hold in down defensively while still making offensive plays, he could develop into the next Brent Seabrook.

Arvid Söderblom

Although Söderblom has played a few games in the NHL already, we might see more of him next season so he can gain more experience. Unless the Blackhawks sign another goaltender to complete a tandem with Kevin Lankinen, Söderblom will likely see more time in the show. Having a young prospect who had a 0.925 save percentage in Rockford last season is exciting, but if given more time to properly develop with tastes of the NHL, we might see the next Corey Crawford in coming seasons.