Few things put Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill in a sour mood faster than questions about Kevin Korchinski.The first example came after Korchinski's lone appearance of the season so far — Oct. 3 against the Sabres — when Blashill was asked…
Chicago Sun-Times writer Ben Pope argues that Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Kevin Korchinski is stuck in a developmental trap as an unused eighth defenseman. Head coach Jeff Blashill has largely scratched Korchinski, favoring Ethan Del Mastro even when Bowen Byram was injured, and openly criticized Korchinski's practice performance.
Pope notes that general manager Kyle Davidson avoids waivers to keep Korchinski after re-signing him to a two-year deal on August 29. While Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported offseason trade talks, Pope contends trading Korchinski now would mean selling at a very low value.
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