Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks Ink No. 7 Pick Kevin Korchinski to a Three-Year Deal

Blackhawks ink No. 7 pick to a three-year deal originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago

Officially official. 

The Blackhawks announced the signing of their first pick in the 2022 NHL draft, Kevin Korchinski to a three-year entry level contract.

The 6-foot-2 defenseman was taken with the No. 7 overall pick in the draft, which the Hawks acquired from the Ottawa Senators as part of the Alex DeBrincat trade. 

The deal is a three-year contract worth $950,000 per season, and will begin once Korchinski plays at least nine games at the NHL level, per league rules.

Korchinski proved to be one of the best defenseman in the WHL last season with the Seattle Thunderbirds. He racked up 65 points (4 goals, 61 assists) as one of the best offensive defenseman in the league. His 61 assists ranked second amongst all defenseman and his 65 points were fourth.

“Signing Kevin is an exciting moment and another step in us building organizational depth,” said Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson. “We knew that we wanted Kevin to be a big part of this team’s future, so we’re happy to have him within our system, developing in this early part of his professional career. His confidence and positive attitude paired with his size will be assets as he continues to grow his game in the WHL this upcoming season.”

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