Chicago added another big defenseman to the organization with its first of two picks in the fourth round.
The Blackhawks selected Ethan Del Mastro, a 6-foot-4, 210-pound defenseman who is a left-handed shot. Del Mastro spent the 2019-20 season with the OHL’s Mississauga Steelheads, tallying seven assists in 57 games. There was no 2020-21 OHL season, although Del Mastro did play for Team Canada’s Under-18 World Junior Championships team with two assists in seven games.
Chicago obtained this pick by trading Madison Bowey to the Vancouver Canucks at the 2021 trade deadline.
Here’s a quick scouting report on Del Mastro from Elite Prospects:
He uses his pocket when handling, rapid support of his partners, constant activations — you name it.