Chicago Blackhawks to part ways with key forward at NHL trade deadline
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Chicago Blackhawks forward Ryan Donato's play increases, and so does his trade value: he'll be out the door shortly in Chicago and we now know two trade destinations
Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson is infamous for acquiring players in the off-season and than flipping them at the trade deadline for a high-value return, whether it is for a prospect or draft capital- it is truly an area Davidson flourishes in that fans can be thankful for throughout this rebuilding process.
One player who will be flipped by Kyle Davidson at the NHL trade deadline is Ryan Donato
Donato has this season remaining on his contract with a cheap average of $2M, a budget that most contending teams can afford for a potential depth player that has 11 goals alongside 11 points this season, on a struggling Chicago Blackhawks roster.
Two teams linked to Ryan Donato
Vegas Golden Knights, Top Suitors
The Golden Knights will be strong suitors for Donato, who are known for making sneaky depth additions before the playoffs. But there it a player slot missing in their top nine forwards, Donato would slide in perfectly while providing help on their second power-play unit.
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Maple Leafs are in need of a third line center, and Ryan Donato is a $2M option that'll provide scoring help to their goal scorers such as Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner.
"Long story short, both teams should be willing to overpay for players, even potential depth pieces, like Donato. No, I'm not saying they'll give the Hawks a ransom for him, but an early-round pick plus a high-potential prospect for a player who could help them hoist Lord Stanley's Cup? Oh, both teams will be potential takers, and I can think of a few more, but that's a tale for another time."
Said BlackhawkUpWhile the Blackhawks are shopping a forward and are in search for a juicy return, expect Kyle Davidson to do his magic once again, with one of these three NHL franchises.
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