The NHL is set to begin another regular season, and when one thinks of Stanley Cup favorites, the Chicago Blackhawks are sure to come to mind.
If you’re surprised, you shouldn’t be.
Over the past seven years, the Blackhawks have built a modern-day dynasty that includes five trips to the Western Conference finals, a playoff appearance in every season and the ultimate goal, the Stanley Cup, three times.
Though the Blackhawks usually retained much of their roster over the summer from season-to-season, this year was a little bit different. The Blackhawks said goodbye to a lot of players, and not just role players, either.