The Chicago Blackhawks have not made the playoffs since 2017 and haven’t won a playoff series since 2015. The pressure to make a postseason appearance in 2020 is at an all-time high.
With the Central Division being touted as the toughest division by many analysts this season, let’s take a look at how the Blackhawks stack up, in the first edition of Central Division Power Rankings series.
1. Colorado Avalanche (5-0-1)
After a solid run in the playoffs last season and with a young core group of talent, many thought the Avalanche would be the favorites in the Central Division this season.