July 27, 2011
Chicago Blackhawks Trade Scenarios: 5 Offseason Targets That Would Make Sense
The Chicago Blackhawks seem to be finished with the bulk of their offseason revamping of the roster. GM Stan Bowman is apparently going to retain the cap space needed to address the one major need remaining in the Blackhawks’ lineup.
The Hawks sure could use a top-six forward, specifically at center.
As much as I fully expect either Patrick Sharp or Dave Bolland to log most of the minutes in the middle of the second line, the acquisition of a solid player for that spot changes the lineup for the better.
Sharp moves back out to the wing, where he can make the best use of his sniping abilities. Bolland can move to the third line where he will be more effective.
With talent up the middle like Marcus Kruger and Brandon Pirri on the way in the near future, Bowman may be thinking of a short-term solution. That may be someone who could come in at the trade deadline or before to fortify another run at the Stanley Cup.
Bowman seems committed to adding to the roster mid-season, but here are five players who could fit in Chicago whenever he decides to make a deal.
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- Chicago Blackhawks: 2011-12 Preseason Center Breakdown
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