"Blackhawks Land Defenseman Bowen Byram: A Deal that Escaped the $14 Million Price Tag. In a bold move, the Chicago Blackhawks have acquired Bowen Byram, a highly touted defenseman, in a trade that has sent shockwaves through the NHL. But what's fascinating is the price tag that teams were initially willing to pay for Byram's services - a whopping $14 million. Byram's agent had been shopping his client to other teams, but the Blackhawks ultimately secured the deal at a presumably more favorable price, leaving many to wonder what could have been. As the Blackhawks look to bolster their defense, the acquisition of Byram is a significant coup, and fans are eager to see how he'll fit into the team's plans."

Before Bowen Byram was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks, has agent was talking to some teams, and the price got as high as $14 million.