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Blue Jackets vs. Blackhawks – Three Questions

For the final Chicago version of Three Questions of the season–and the Central Division Era, for that matter–we again called on Greg Boysen from Second City Hockey. What’s up, Greg?

1. So, the Blackhawks have lost two in a row. How much does it suck to have had a 24-game point streak to start the season, and yet only be four points in front of Anaheim who has a game-in-hand?

GB: Nothing sucks about being atop the Western Conference. The Hawks have pretty much secured themselves a top 2 seed in the playoffs, if the Ducks surpass them so be it. The President’s Trophy doesn’t mean anything without a Stanley Cup; just ask the Sedins. This team understands that, and is on a mission for post season success.

2. What “need” will the Hawks look to fill via trade as the deadline approaches? Or, are they confident enough to stand pat?

GB: The Blackhawks still need a true 2nd line center and/or some size for a playoff push. A guy like Mike Ribeiro in Washington would be a perfect “rent a player” for a Cup run if the is price is right. Rumors have the Hawks interested in Ottawa’s Chris Neil which I hope are untrue. With Dan Carcillo, Brandon Bollig and Jamal Mayers already on the roster we don’t need another bum. If Stan Bowman is talking to Ottawa I would rather have Guillaume Latendresse than Neil.

3. Seriously, how in the hell did Chicago get three days off in a row after a home game this week? WTF??

GB: Finally the schedule Gods smiled on us. The 3 day break was well needed after playing 7 games in 11 days and having to head out on a 4 game road trip with the Big 10 basketball tournament in the United Center the next few days. The Hawks will get 4 days off after their game in Anaheim next Wednesday.

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Our thanks to Greg for all of his participation this season! Head over to SCH for their game-day coverage.