Insider suggest bold move by the Blackhawks to acquire Minnesota's former 9th overall pick Marco Rossi
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An NHL insider recently suggested an ideal fit for the Chicago Blackhawks heading into this off-season, and a potential new linemate for Connor Bedard.
A name trending in the hockey world as of late is Minnesota Wild's Marco Rossi, who is now deemed an ideal fit for the Blackhawks and their current 'youth movement' led by general manager Kyle Davidson.
A player like this would fit in quite well with the Blackhawks. Whether he's a center or a winger in the long term, he'd make hockey magic with guys like Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar. He can make an impact at even strength and on the power play.
Rossi is a restricted free agent and could be the subject of an offer sheet if he isn't signed quickly. The problem the Blackhawks face with doing that is giving up a ton of draft picks in 2026, which might not be wise based on the potential of that draft.
If the Wild were okay with making a trade with a division rival, one that can appease both sides, this is something worth considering for Kyle Davidson.
Chicago has plenty of defenseman to spare when it comes to making trades. It is at the forward position where they lack youthful organizational depth. Rossi, being just 23, would fit right in with what the Hawks are trying to do.
Rossi is a restricted free agent and could be the subject of an offer sheet if he isn't signed quickly. The problem the Blackhawks face with doing that is giving up a ton of draft picks in 2026, which might not be wise based on the potential of that draft.
If the Wild were okay with making a trade with a division rival, one that can appease both sides, this is something worth considering for Kyle Davidson.
Chicago has plenty of defenseman to spare when it comes to making trades. It is at the forward position where they lack youthful organizational depth. Rossi, being just 23, would fit right in with what the Hawks are trying to do.
With the analyst suggesting an offer sheet, it would come with a hefty price tag of a first round pick and a couple other high selections.
Will KD and the Blackhawks take the gamble?
It would ideally be much more of a cheaper cost than Mitch Marner, who the Blackhawks have been linked to over the past several weeks.
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MAI 26 | 237 ANSWERS Insider suggest bold move by the Blackhawks to acquire Minnesota's former 9th overall pick Marco Rossi Should the Chicago Blackhawks acquire this Minnesota Wild forward to pair with their youthful roster? | ||
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