The only other time the Chicago Blackhawks had the No. 1 pick, they landed Patrick Kane. A look back at the 2007 NHL draft.
Patrick Kane was one of the greatest Chicago Blackhawks players in franchise history. Yet his selection with the No. 1 pick in the 2007 NHL draft was met with skepticism based on his height — a debate quashed by the young winger during his rookie season. As the Blackhawks ponder what to do with their second first pick in this week’s NHL draft, here’s a look at how Kane’s selection affected ...