The Blackhawks have drawn up a protection list for the Kraken Expansion Project. Now Nikita Zadorov Watch Begins – The Athletic

Speculation began as soon as the NHL announced that the Seattle Kraken would be joining the league’s 32nd franchise.

Who would the Blackhawks protect? Exhibit? Could they make backdoor deals, like they did with the Vegas Golden Knights?

After countless mock drafts, the time has finally come for the Blackhawks to submit their roster to the NHL. According to a source, here is the list:

Protected (listed in alphabetical order)

Before

1. Henrik Borgström: The Blackhawks believe Borgström can still reach the potential he has shown as one of the best college players and a first-round pick.