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Blackhawks Plotting Major Trade Shakeup After Drafting Artyom Levshunov

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Chicago, IL – The Chicago Blackhawks faced internal debates over their second overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft before ultimately selecting defenseman Artyom Levshunov from Michigan State. Following the draft, reports surfaced of the Blackhawks’ attempts to trade for the fourth overall pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets in hopes of securing another highly touted prospect. According to sources, the Blackhawks offered future draft picks in exchange for the fourth pick, a deal that …

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NHL Draft 2024: Blackhawks Locked in on Artyom Levshunov as No. 2 Pick, Latest Trade and Offseason Rumors Unveiled

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LAS VEGAS – With the NHL Draft festivities in full swing in Las Vegas, the Blackhawks have been tight-lipped about their plans for the No. 2 pick. General manager Kyle Davidson expressed confidence in their decision internally, hinting that a Belarusian defenseman Artyom Levshunov is the likely candidate, with Russian forward Ivan Demidov losing ground in the race. The scorching heat of Las Vegas has deterred Davidson from strolling around incognito as in previous drafts. …

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