The Blackhawks have been a sad franchise for the last decade or so, but they have some terrific young talent. This is a thread for Jon Toews (pronounced "tays"), one of the most exciting young players in the NHL. <object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/sXmVY_tZg5U&rel=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/sXmVY_tZg5U&rel=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>
And he's an eloquent speaker as well! (Warning: sensitive ears may be offended.) <object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/g7g-_4InhN0&rel=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/g7g-_4InhN0&rel=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>
I don't want to sound insensitive or anything, but there's a reason why they've begun to turn the corner right after Bill Wirtz passed away. I'm glad they're finally headed in the right direction because it was sad to see an Original Six team in such disarray (... says the Leafs fan). That Kane/Toews duo is going to be nasty.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Chutney @ Jan 10 2008, 10:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>I don't want to sound insensitive or anything, but there's a reason why they've begun to turn the corner right after Bill Wirtz passed away. I'm glad they're finally headed in the right direction because it was sad to see an Original Six team in such disarray (... says the Leafs fan). That Kane/Toews duo is going to be nasty.</div> I agree. It's great to look forward to watching this team again. Duncan Keith is an All-Star this year and they are trying to extend Patrick Sharp (which I think will get done soon). Finally, there are good times ahead for Hawks fans. Chicago is a good hockey town. It'll be nice to see the resurgence. If and when they ever come to the Rock, this is a team I want to check out.
Just wanted to bump this as he was named team captian this month. One of my new favourite players as well. Kid has so much talent.
The Blackhawks are looking really good for the upcoming season. I love the signings of Huet and Campbell.