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Blackhawks Give GM Kyle Davidson a Multi-Year Extension

The extension signals ownership’s confidence in the rebuild, setting up an offseason centered on a new Connor Bedard contract.

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Kyle Davidson, General Manager of the Chicago Blackhawks (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)
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Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson makes the nineteenth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Blackhawks announced the multi-year extension Wednesday on CHSN before the season finale, with financial terms undisclosed.
  • Chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz praised Davidson’s draft-and-develop plan and issued a public vote of confidence.
  • After a 29-39-14 finish, Chicago’s top task is signing Connor Bedard before he reaches restricted free agency on July 1.
  • Davidson said talks will start soon and that he will also seek veteran help through free agency or trades.
  • Bedard is widely expected to be named the next captain, though the team has not announced a decision.