This Is NOT What We Expected... | Daily Blackhawks News & Rumors

PJ Benoit reviews the Chicago Blackhawks’ quiet start to free agency, highlighted by the return of forward Sam Lafferty for depth and penalty killing, and the signing of defensive center Dominic Toninato for added size and leadership. The episode discusses the departure of Philipp Kurashev to the Sharks, Andre Burakovsky’s arrival from Seattle, and questions whether Lucas Reichel can turn his career around or could be a trade target for Edmonton. The focus is on low-risk signings, internal competition, and the ongoing rebuild as the Blackhawks look to strengthen their roster for the future.