CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 23: Chicago Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman is interviewed during the 2017 NHL Draft at the United Center on June 23, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
There are a number of young talents available on the board at the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, and the Chicago Blackhawks have made their first selection.
With the 32nd overall pick in the draft, the Blackhawks have selected defenseman Nolan Allan from the Prince Albert Raiders of the WHL. The ‘Hawks originally held the 11th overall pick this year, but surrendered it to the Columbus Blue Jackets just hours ago in the blockbuster trade to acquire defenseman Seth Jones.