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Illinois Native May Go 3rd Overall to Blackhawks In 2019 NHL Draft

This is one of the most interesting storylines of the 2019 NHL Draft. Turcotte is from Island Lake, IL and has been connected to the Blackhawks. Drafting him would help the Blackhawks fill a team need, as the talent level at the center position has a significant drop off after Jonathan Toews and Dylan Strome.

Who Is Alex Turcotte?

Alex Turcotte is an 18-year-old center who stands at 5’11” 194 lbs. Turcotte plays a solid two-way game with a high motor and high hockey IQ. He tends to be in the right place at the right time.