Unique opportunity for the Blackhawks emerges for free on NHL waivers
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The Chicago Blackhawks have a unique opportunity to add some defensive depth to their roster after the Canadiens put defenseman William Trudeau on waivers.
Even though the Chicago Blackhawks have impressed their fans by getting off to a positive 5-3-2 record, there is still always the chance to get some improvements.
The Blackhawks have a unique chance to get themselves an interesting defensive prospect from the Original 6 foe Montreal Canadiens, who placed defenseman William Trudeau on waivers for the purposes of being loaned to their American Hockey League affiliate, the Laval Rocket.
Les Canadiens ont placé le nom du défenseur William Trudeau au ballottage dans le but de le céder au Rocket de Laval.
The Canadiens have placed defenseman William Trudeau on waivers for the purpose of a loan to the Laval Rocket.
The Canadiens have placed defenseman William Trudeau on waivers for the purpose of a loan to the Laval Rocket.
Would William Trudeau Be A Fit With The Blackhawks?
Trudeau was taken by the Canadiens with the 113th overall pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, but hasn't yet played in an NHL game.
Per his scouting report from Elite Prospects, Trudeau's biggest strength is being able to bail out his other teammates.
The defenceman responds to the forecheck with confidence, making the difficult plays under pressure so that his teammates don't have to. His effectiveness comes from frequent scanning before getting the puck and from a combination of physical skills and deception. Trudeau can separate opponents from the puck, extend his limbs to protect it, and get it off the wall with a handling fake and a short pass.
Trudeau is signed to an NHL AAV (average annual value) of $775,000, a minor-league salary of $90,000, and a guaranteed salary of $100,000.
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