Blackhawks Daily: Blackhawks Camp, Dawson Mercer Signs

The Chicago Blackhawks are well underway in camp now. The media day is over, Nick Foligno has been introduced as the new captain, and everyone of importance has spoken to the media by now. 

At this point, it is all about hockey and getting ready to play it in 2024-25. Competition has already begun with the Blackhawks holding scrimmages to begin training camp this past week.

If the Hawks want to reach the promised land during the Connor Bedard era, the team needs to develop incredible players around their franchise star. That continues with this training camp. 

Chicago has a few more good practices to complete before the preseason gets going next week. There are plenty of storylines to be excited about.

That includes the upcoming season for guys like Artyom Levshunov (who is currently injured, Kevin Korchinski, and Frank Nazar amongst others. Who will make the team and who will go to Rockford? The camp will determine that. 

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The Chicago Blackhawks have introduced Nick Foligno as the captain of the team. This was a great decision made by the organization. 

Naming Nick Foligno to be the captain of the Chicago Blackhawks is a great way for Connor Bedard to learn before it becomes his job. Bedard will learn from one of the best. 

The Chicago Blackhawks have options for Connor Bedard as far as his linemates. It will probably be a rotation of players throughout the year. 

From Around National Hockey Now Network

New Jersey Hockey Now: The New Jersey Devils finally have Dawson Mercer signed up. He will be a big part of their team going forward as they come into the year as legit contenders. 

Detroit Hockey Now: The Detroit Red Wings have a lot of faith in Jonatan Berggren. He is going to play a massive role for them as they look to take a step as an organization. 

Boston Hockey Now: Former Chicago Blackhawks forward Tyler Johnson is excited about his new opportunity to play with the Boston Bruins.