Three Chicago Blackhawks Prospects Close to Making the Jump from College

Ryan Greene

Drafted with the 57th overall selection in the 2022 draft, Ryan Greene quickly became one of the more underrated prospects in the Blackhawks system. Greene is a reliable two-way center for Boston University (NCAA) with strong playmaking ability and great speed. After two strong seasons with BU, Greene could be ready to jump into professional hockey.

Greene had a productive freshman season with 31 points in 38 games and currently has the same point total through 35 games this season. He is a smart player with a well-rounded game, often using his speed as a weapon in both the offensive and defensive zones. The 6'1 175lbs forward has become a Swiss army-knife-style player for BU, making his presence known all over the ice.

Greene has spent most of this season playing second-line center for BU behind Macklin Celebrini, the projected first-overall pick for the 2024 NHL Draft.

Possessing a lot of pro attributes, Ryan Greene could become someone capable of playing up and down the lineup. His speed, playmaking, and defensive capabilities make him a versatile player who should fit in just fine with Luke Richardson's system. Greene may spend a season in Rockford before joining the Blackhawks full-time, though another possibility could see Greene return to BU for another season to further round out his game.