Blackhawks: Team Is Optimistic Corey Crawford Re-Signs

Corey Crawford #50, Chicago Blackhawks (Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports)

The Chicago Blackhawks are optimistic that Corey Crawford will re-sign with the team. The only issue is, the clock is ticking before free agency starts.

The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly optimistic that Corey Crawford will re-sign with the team. There are six-days before the NHL draft and nine-days before the NHL starts free agency. The clock is ticking for Crawford to make up his mind.

Crawford was offered a one-year, $3,500,000 contract. He expressed wanting to stay in Chicago but as their starting goalie. Talks of a hometown discount were up there as well. Crawford, if he signs, would be the starting goalie. For the…