Through their first 12 games, the Chicago Blackhawks rank second-worst in hits and blocks, citing a major lack of physicality.
Through their first 12 games of the season, the Chicago Blackhawks rank second-worst across the NHL in both hits and blocked shots. Writer Jacob Tye argues that this significant lack of physicality is the team's greatest weakness, making them easier to play against despite promising scoring production from young players Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar.
Tye suggests that general manager Kyle Davidson should look to add physical depth, similar to recent roster adjustments made by the San Jose Sharks. Potential targets proposed to address these gaps include Vancouver Canucks forward Paul Cotter for hitting and Philadelphia Flyers veteran defenseman Nick Seeler for shot-blocking.
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