Artyom Levshunov

Dissecting the pros and cons of Levshunov signing and turning pro right away or delaying that for at least a year and returning to college.

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson aggressively worked the phones to gain a second top-five pick — and almost pulled it off, too.

Follow our live coverage of the 2024 NHL Draft. Follow along with our NHL Draft grades and analysis. LAS VEGAS — The Chicago Blackhawks’ last Stanley Cup window shut permanently with the demise of their defense. Johnny Oduya left in free agency. Niklas Hjalmarsson was traded. Brent Seabrook couldn’t physically maintain his high level. Duncan Keith tried to carry the load, but it wasn’t enough as younger and older reinforcements failed to fill the holes. Now, after years of defensive struggles, the blue line is the first area Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson has worked to...

Corey Pronman evaluates the Blackhawks' picks at the 2024 NHL Draft.

The Athletic — and the Blackhawks front office — got an up-close look at the two likely options for Chicago at No. 2.

The Blackhawks' pick at No. 2 likely comes down to two players: Demidov or Levshunov. Here are the factors to consider.