Blackhawks to Trade Dickinson Before Deadline?

The Chicago Blackhawks are predicted to trade center Jason Dickinson before the NHL trade deadline, according to The Athletic's Chris Johnston. Dickinson, a defense-first center with an expiring contract, is seen as valuable to teams looking for shutdown centers.

Following the trade of Connor Murphy to the Oilers, the Blackhawks are likely to move Dickinson before losing him for nothing. His defensive skills and penalty-killing ability make him attractive to multiple teams seeking a bottom-six center.