Chicago Blackhawks, Connor Murphy (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/NHLI via Getty Images)
In his time with the team, Connor Murphy has quietly become one of the Chicago Blackhawks’ best defensemen. His hardworking approach to defense and steady play have made him a vital piece on the back end for a team whose defense has been rough the last few years. So what’s next for the 27-year-old blueliner?
Watching him play, Connor Murphy’s game is simple and effective. He’s not a flashy player by any stretch of the imagination. It was hard seeing the Chicago Blackhawks swap Niklas Hjalmarsson for Murphy, but Murphy has been a serviceable replacement.