What could the Chicago Blackhawks lines look like for this upcoming season?

The Chicago Blackhawks have been one of the most active teams in the NHL over the past week.

It all started with the NHL draft where the Blackhawks moved up to select three times in the first and third rounds of the draft. Since then, free agency is where General Manager Kyle Davidson addressed the current roster needs, signing experienced veterans to help add to the culture on and off the ice in Chicago.

Tyler Bertuzzi and the return of Teuvo Teravainen highlight the signings for the forward group, with Pat Maroon and Craig Smith being brought on for extra depth. This gives the Blackhawks a lot to think about in terms of their line combinations, especially with Taylor Hall returning after missing almost the entirety of last season due to a knee injury.

Teravainen's return is a welcomed addition amongst Blackhawk fans, as he was one of the many promising young players that was traded away during the dynasty days. For many, it is hard to believe Teravainen is considered a veteran now, but he returns after eight seasons in Carolina with seven consecutive playoff appearances.

Bertuzzi is a player that had the potential to be a fan favorite in Chicago. He plays a chaotic and physical style of play and is always trying to make his presence known. This most recent season in Toronto saw Bertuzzi post 21 goals, two years removed from his 30-goal season in 2021-22. As one of the more sought after power-forwards in recent years, Bertuzzi brings an element that the Blackhawks have been lacking for the past couple of seasons.

On the back-end, the Blackhawks added veterans Alec Martinez, TJ Brodie, and goaltender Laurent Brossoit.

Martinez brings valuable experience to the lineup having won three Stanley Cups in his career, one of which he scored the cup-winning goal in 2014. Though he is 37, Martinez is a shot blocking machine with strong 5-on-5 defensive play. His presence will be huge for the young players who are trying to find their way in the NHL.

With there being so many new faces in Chicago this season, let's take a look at what the Blackhawks lines could be for the 2024-25 season...