Former Chicago Blackhawk Who Left The NHL Officially Set to Return
In a bold move to chase his NHL dreams, former Chicago Blackhawks prospect, Matt Tomkins, has made the decision to part ways with Farjestads BK Karlstad in Sweden, effectively terminating his contract.
Despite having one more season left on his deal, the 28-year-old Canadian goaltender left a lasting impression during the 2022-2023 season, showcasing his exceptional skills between the pipes.
Tomkins put on a goaltending clinic with an impressive 20-12 record, accompanied by a stellar .911 save percentage and a 2.53 goals-against average.
Such remarkable statistics further solidified his position as a formidable force in net. Moreover, Tomkins made his mark on the international stage, proudly representing Canada in the prestigious Beijing 2022 Olympics. His standout performances included an astonishing .962 save percentage, a mere 1.01 goals-against average, and even a shutout in three games.
Despite being selected in the seventh round of the 2012 NHL Draft, the talented netminder spent several years diligently developing within the Blackhawks' system without receiving an NHL call-up.
Brimming with determination and armed with an impressive track record, Tomkins is fully committed to pursuing his ultimate goal of donning an NHL jersey. His relentless pursuit of excellence and unwavering focus on the ice make it abundantly clear that Tomkins is ready to seize this golden opportunity and carve out his place among the elite goaltenders in the NHL.
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MAI 12 | 183 ANSWERS Former Chicago Blackhawk Who Left The NHL Officially Set to Return Should the Blackhawks re-acquire this goaltender? |
Yes | 111 | 60.7 % |
No | 72 | 39.3 % |
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