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The Elephant in the Room in Chicago. Bringing Back Toews & Kane. 1pm HBL |
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Last night's game was phenomenal and I will talk more about that on the Hockeybuzzcast at 1pm ET today, but now that the Hawks have been eliminated the reality that Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane are entering into their final year on their deals will hit the Hawks soon enough. (if it hasn't already)
The common belief is both will be signed ASAP to long and wealthy extensions, but the reality is even though these two guys have been very close, there is no assurances that both will be easy to sign...It won't be about money. In all likelihood...
I have been told by several people that Toews is priority #1. And that makes plenty of sense, especially since has recently become "The player you would start your team with..." when watching and reading the media. From what you hear on the inside as well, Jonathan wants to be a Hawk for life and probably will be.
Patrick Kane on the other hand...a whole different kettle of fish. Rumors from close to the situation will tell you he likes and even loves many aspects of the Blackhawks, but not all. There are more and more scenarios I hear cropping up that are implying to "keep an open mind on this one." Kane is a superstar, and will be in Chicago next season...no doubt. However, beyond that I can assure that you will be hearing more and more doubt regarding Kane in Chicago..."unless some of the issues he has are resolved..."
More rumors later, including the Rumor Chart which is a day or two from launching...
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