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CHICAGO, Ill. - The Chicago Blackhawks are stockpiling draft capital ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline.
The Blackhawks announced Thursday they have traded forward Anthony Beauvillier to the Nasvhille predators for a fifth-round selection in the 2024 NHL Draft.
This is the second time Beauvillier has been traded this season for a fifth-round pick.
Originally, Beauvillier was acquired by Chicago from Vancouver on Nov. 28, 2023, in exchange for a 2024 fifth round pick.
During his times a Blackhawk, Beauvillier tallied six points on two goals and four assists in 23 games. In the 2023-2024 season, he has appeared in 45 games and recorded 14 points on four goals and 10 assists.
By recouping a fifth-round selection, the Blackhawks now have nine picks in the 2024 NHL Draft. They have seven picks in the first three rounds.
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