NHL Midseason Shockers: Which Teams Are Soaring and Which Are Stumbling as Playoffs Loom?
Connor Bedard is a major reason the Blackahwks have been better than expected this season. (Patrick McDermott / Getty Images)
Chicago Blackhawks: B
The Blackhawks have been much better than anyone could have anticipated coming into the season. Connor Bedard is a major reason for that, but it goes beyond him. Even when he was out for a month recently, the Blackhawks remained afloat. Players such as Spencer Knight and Tyler Bertuzzi have consistently performed well, and the team’s young players are coming along. Jeff Blashill deserves some of that credit, too. The Blackhawks have been much more structured and competitive under him. Odds are still likely against their making the playoffs this season, but they’re in the mix. — Scott Powers
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