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Blackhawks Bet Big on Future | NHL News
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The Blackhawks just dropped a blockbuster trade, sending their fourth overall draft pick to Buffalo for defenseman Bowen Byram — then locked him up to a six-year, $12.5M/year deal, making him the highest-paid blueliner in the league. Despite his modest defensive stats, GM Kyle Davidson is betting big on Byram to become the franchise’s top defenseman. Meanwhile, Connor Bedard looms as the next big move — expected to sign a record-breaking contract, potentially making him the highest-paid player in Blackhawks history. With nearly $30M/year committed to just two players, this is the most aggressive offseason in years — and Davidson’s clearly building for a championship run.
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