Should the NHL tweak its draft lottery system?

Should the NHL tweak its draft lottery system?

Author: Chicago Sports Network April 7, 2023 Duration: 46:00

On the latest Blackhawks Talk Podcast, Pat Boyle and Charlie Roumeliotis weigh in on the NHL's draft lottery system and whether they would make changes to it. Plus, a Frozen Four update and the possibility of this being the final week for Jonathan Toews with the Blackhawks.

1:00 - Should the NHL make more changes to its draft lottery system?

29:06 - Will this be the final week for Jonathan Toews with the Blackhawks?

42:33 - Frozen Four update


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