The Chicago Blackhawks are in the midst of significant changes, saying goodbye to veterans Nick Foligno and Corey Perry. This follows a tumultuous year with Patrick Kane's trade and Jonathan Toews not re-signing.
The team's current status aligns with preseason expectations, dwelling in the league's lower ranks in their debut season with Connor Bedard, the first overall pick. Despite the challenges of building around one star player, they acquired Foligno and Perry to add experience.
Realistically, trading both at full $4 million salaries is unlikely, with the option to retain half, as seen with Max Domi last year.
With the focus on the long term, the one-year contract players are expected to move at the trade deadline. Both play crucial roles on the top power-play unit. Corey Perry, leading the team with six points, stands out, while Nick Foligno continues to display the confidence gained from his previous season with the Boston Bruins.
