Blackhawks officially address their No. 2 overall selection in this years draft

« #Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson said they're still deciding who to take at No. 2: "I'd say the debate is still very real. I thought we would have a little, maybe a decision at this point, which is not a bad thing at all, but I think there are some really good options out there. »

2. Chicago Blackhawks
The Athletic: Artyom Levshunov, D, Michigan State University
ESPN: Artyom Levshunov, D, Michigan State University
SportsGrid: Artyom Levshunov, D, Michigan State University

Levshunov, lauded for his athleticism and physical prowess, shines as a standout defenseman in this draft class. His ability to transition the puck and potential as a scoring defender makes him an attractive prospect.

ESPN: "The Blackhawks could use a high-end talent on the back end and right-handed defensemen who are excellent in transition are a rare commodity. Pairing him with Alex Vlasic or Kevin Korchinski for years to come must be a tantalizing proposition for GM Kyle Davidson."

SportsGrid: "The Chicago Blackhawks will have a difficult choice to make with the second overall pick. Whether they opt for a potential linemate for Connor Bedard in Ivan Demidov, or a future number one defenseman in Artyom Levshunov. The Blackhawks land on the potential 25-minute-per-night defenseman here. »