NHL fans, get ready for a summer of blockbuster deals as the Chicago Blackhawks are making a statement with their aggressive offseason moves. At the forefront of their efforts is a massive new contract extension for 19-year-old superstar center Connor Bedard, cementing his status as the franchise's cornerstone player. But with General Manager Kyle Davidson pulling out all the stops to bolster the roster, not all of his moves may be winners. As the Blackhawks look to rebuild and contend in the competitive NHL, we examine which of Davidson's offseason decisions will pay off and which could ultimately come back to haunt the team.


The Chicago Blackhawks locked up a key puzzle piece Saturday with a massive new contract extension for superstar center Connor Bedard. Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson has been one of the NHL's most active GMs this summer. So what Hawks moves are winners – and what moves could Chicago come to regret?