Connor Murphy #5, Chicago Blackhawks (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)
Even though the Chicago Blackhawks did not make the playoffs this year, that doesn’t mean fans can’t root for a team going forward.
Sadly, the Stanley Cup won’t be making an appearance in the Windy City this year, although it’s interesting to consider what could’ve been if the ‘Hawks had played just a little bit better. Despite that, there are some familiar faces still skating onto playoff ice, as a number of former Blackhawks are still in the fight.
The playoffs are inching closer to the second round, and that means the intensity and pace are going to go up.