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Blackhawks: Forward depth will be key for Chicago in the playoffs

Brandon Saad #20, Chicago Blackhawks (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images)

When the league resumes play, the Chicago Blackhawks will take on the Edmonton Oilers in the first round.

However, the Chicago Blackhawks will need to be able to rely on their forward depth in order to defeat Edmonton.

The defense has been a bit problematic for Chicago, but the team appears to have a better than average pool of forwards to lean on.

There’s no doubt that the Oilers are planning on containing Toews and Kane, just like the Blackhawks are preparing for McDavid and Draisaitl.