The Chicago Blackhawks made some bold moves in the 2021 NHL draft, selecting eight players with their eight picks. The Blackhawks selected center Luke Reid with the 18th overall pick, followed by forward Carson Bantle in the second round at 44th overall. With their third-round picks, the Blackhawks chose goaltender Drew Commesso at 77th overall and center Brandt Clarke at 84th overall. In the fourth round, the Blackhawks opted for defenseman Isaak Phillips at 122nd overall, followed by defenseman Wyatt Kaiser at 134th overall.
The Blackhawks then traded their fifth-round pick to the Ottawa Senators, who used it to select forward Wyatt Johnston. In the sixth round, the Blackhawks chose forward Connor Gorman at 168th overall, followed by defenseman Ryan Beitel at 180th overall. Finally, the Blackhawks wrapped up their draft with forward Aiden Pratch in the seventh round at 211th overall.
The Blackhawks made a few bold moves in the 2021 NHL draft, showing that they are looking to rebuild the team for the future. With their eight picks, the Blackhawks addressed several positions of need and added much-needed depth to their organization.
