Jack’s Daily: IceHogs Addition, Hedman News, Boisvert’s NHL Debut Next?
As the Chicago Blackhawks’ road trip rolls into Philadelphia for a matchup with the Flyers on Thursday, there’s a chance that another one of GM Kyle Davidson’s first-round picks makes his NHL debut. After signing his entry-level contract on Mar. 16, Sacha Boisvert could finally receive his first look with the Blackhawks now that his visa situation has been resolved.
Make sure to be on the lookout for Chicago Hockey Now’s Game Day Preview later today for all the information ahead of the 6:00 p. m. CT puck drop at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Also in Blackhawks news, another prospect is coming over to North America from Europe after signing a professional tryout contract with the Rockford IceHogs. The 2026 NCAA Tournament is also set to begin on Thursday night, with the Regional Semifinals getting underway. Around the league, Victor Hedman is taking a leave of absence from Tampa Bay, David Pastrnak extended his point streak in a Bruins win, plus the NHL’s Gen Z takeover.
All that & more in the Daily! Chicago Blackhawks Recap, News & Trade Rumors Chicago Hockey Now: After Anton Frondell, the third overall pick this past summer, made his NHL debut in Long Island, fellow first-round pick Sacha Boisvert could do the same just two days later against the Philadelphia Flyers. Boisvert finally received his work visa on Tuesday, meaning he’s been cleared to participate with his new team.
More CHN: ICYMI, Frondell tallied a primary assist in his first look with the Blackhawks, but Nick Lardis and Arvid Soderblom stole the show in the 4-3 win over the Islanders on Tuesday. The youth movement was on full display in the first game of the road trip. More CHN: Just like Frondell, another prospect is coming to North America following the conclusion of his season while playing pro hockey in Europe.