Confirmed with Link: Hawks acquire Connelly from MIN for Winchester

[IU Hawks fan]

It's in the deadline thread, but figured since many like to see news in titles, I'd start anew.

Chicago Blackhawks ‏@NHLBlackhawks 42m
The #Blackhawks have acquired defenseman Brian Connelly from Minnesota in exchange for Brad Winchester: http://*******/1lmaFkU

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[AmericanDream]

didn't even know that we had Brad Winchester

welcome back Mr. Connelly

 

[Cullksinikers]

AHL trade. I don't think there's much to be seen here. It would have been more interesting as far as future implications go if it was a 2-for-1 deal. However, it wasn't, and life goes on.

 

[Hawkaholic]

Hogs lost Svedberg for the rest of the year, so this is his replacement.

 

[Kurtosis]

This is going to be the difference maker we have all been waiting for.

On a more serious note, Rockford depth and that's completely fine.

 

[Sevanston]

Connelly was great for Rockford before, so with Svedberg out, this makes perfect sense for them.

I've heard that Dahlbeck just keeps improving in the AHL. Would be interesting how a Connelly-Dahlbeck pairing worked out.

 

[Hawkaholic]

Nice for Connelly, gets to come back to an organization he is very familiar with. Not sure how many players are left that he would be familiar with, but at least he knows everybody else!

 

[HockeySauce]

AHL impact Dman, will definitely help Rockford.

Dahlbeck-Clendening
Connelly-Johns (when he gets here)
Peckham-Skinner

 

[Hawkaholic]

AHL impact Dman, will definitely help Rockford.

Dahlbeck-Clendening
Connelly-Johns (when he gets here)
Peckham-Skinner

Ive heard Peckham has been awful this year. Fairly certain Nightingale would take his or Skinners spot.

 

[BobbyJet]

Speaking of RFD. When I checked today their record was something like 29 W - 21 L. Looks like they may finally be playing decent hockey, and are ready to make the PO's. Connelly will help that cause.

 

[Hawkaholic]

Speaking of RFD. When I checked today their record was something like 29 W - 21 L. Looks like they may finally be playing decent hockey, and are ready to make the PO's. Connelly will help that cause.

10-0-1 in their last 11. If they would of had Labarbera in net since the beginning, they would be fighting for 1st probably.

I watched a bit last night, and they were just dominant. Possessed the puck pretty much all game, and had quite a few quality chances.

 

[moose vasko]

Rockford seems to go on a run every year. I would prefer they play consistently and have guys ready for when they are called-up. Still not convinced that they are doing a great job in player development.

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

Was always impressed by Connelly. Surprised he didn't stick somewhere. He can absolutely contribute at this level should injuries hit.

 

[BGFalconHawks]

Ive heard Peckham has been awful this year. Fairly certain Nightingale would take his or Skinners spot.

RFD also traded Miskovic and called up Bobby Shea so that should take care of Dman depth

 

[No Fun Shogun]

So Iowa and Rockford just swap guys. Just one of those no opinion trades on my end.

 

[Kurtosis]

So Iowa and Rockford just swap guys. Just one of those no opinion trades on my end.

You mean you're not outraged?!?

 

[No Fun Shogun]

You mean you're not outraged?!?

Damn it, you're right.

HOW COME WE DIDN'T GET A SECOND LINE CENTER FOR WINCHESTER?!?!?!

 

[Chris Hansen]

Can't believe this, just a lot of Country Club, no, horrible, Country Club

 

[Sevanston]

Damn it, you're right.

HOW COME WE DIDN'T GET A SECOND LINE CENTER FOR WINCHESTER?!?!?!

You mean Tim Connolly?

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

Was always impressed by Connelly. Surprised he didn't stick somewhere. He can absolutely contribute at this level should injuries hit.

His D never improved to NHL quality

That is why he never made it to NHL

 

[Bubba88]

he'll help the Hogs for sure.

 

[hockeydoug]

I'm just glad Bowman is actively trying to improve Rockford too. They've been terrible for too many consecutive years. I'm hoping this is enough to get them to win their first postseason game in 6 years.

 

[AmericanDream]

would be nice to see some of our young guys play some meaningful playoff games in the minors for once.

 

[BobbyJet]

10-0-1 in their last 11. If they would of had Labarbera in net since the beginning, they would be fighting for 1st probably.

I watched a bit last night, and they were just dominant. Possessed the puck pretty much all game, and had quite a few quality chances.

And how did Pirri and Morin look?

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

His D never improved to NHL quality

That is why he never made it to NHL

His defensive issues were overblown.