General manager Kyle Davidson to be fired by the Chicago Blackhawks? NHL insider spills the tea
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A latest report by Frank Seravalli of DailyFaceoff, general manager Kyle Davidson is on the hot seat in Chicago.
The Blackhawks are entering a tricky offseason, with several players needing to be signed and a couple of free agents; things are expected to get interesting.
Chicago Blackhawks
Projected cap space: $29.2 million (21 players signed)
Notable RFAs: Wyatt Kaiser
Notable UFAs: Ryan Donato
Projected cap space: $29.2 million (21 players signed)
Notable RFAs: Wyatt Kaiser
Notable UFAs: Ryan Donato
But according to Frank Seravalli, despite his well drafting skills so far, Davidson cannot afford another season of finishing 31st in the NHL.
"Fresh off hiring a new head coach and with Connor Bedard entering year three, GM Kyle Davidson must be feeling pressure to upgrade the Blackhawks' roster significantly. He can't afford another season finishing 31st."
Seravalli believes the Blackhawks are in need of a top line forward for Bedard to play with, in any fashion- free agency or trade.
"Chicago should be searching for a top-line forward or two for Bedard to play with, regardless of whether that's via free agency or trade. It would also be wise to consider adding a proven, established top-four defenseman to fill the hole created by the Seth Jones trade. The Blackhawks have multiple first and second-round picks over the next two drafts that they can use as potential trade chips."
The insider notes that his past offseasons have been major flops, acquiring bottom-six veterans who are ultimately washed up.
That won't slide for another season.
"The Blackhawks already have some middle-of-the-lineup veterans, and they need to keep roster spots open for their emerging group of prospects. Therefore, this offseason's mission isn't about adding a high volume of new players but instead finding a couple of actual difference-makers near the top of the lineup."
If Davidson can't get the Blackhawks out of the NHL's basement, a new manager may be in play for Chicago in 2027.
Buckle up Hawks fans!
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