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Alexandre Fortin’s extended stay in Chicago yielding impressive results

Alexandre Fortin’s wardrobe is limited right now. He inevitably repeats outfits after three days.

But he has an excuse.

Fortin arrived to Blackhawks training camp expecting a short trip. He was without a contract, with just a few change of clothes and minimal expectations. Two weeks later, he’s still in Chicago, still living in a hotel and still without many clothes, but he’s gained a lot while in Chicago.

Fortin possesses an NHL contract (he signed a three-year entry-level deal with a cap hit of $685,000). He’s appeared in four of five preseason games. He’s scored twice and recorded a primary assist.