Chicago Blackhawks Sign Ryan Donato To Four-Year Deal | UFA & RFA Outlook Before Free Agency

Today's episode begins with a discussion on Ryan Donato signing a four-year extension with a $4 million cap hit to remain with the Chicago Blackhawks and avoid free agency. Host Jack Bushman shares his thoughts on the deal and then dives into an outlook on the Blackhawks' remaining unrestricted and restricted free agents. The episode concludes with Jake O'Brien's 2025 NHL Draft Profile. All that and more on Locked On Blackhawks, part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Donato Signs Extension! (0:55)UFA & RFA Outlook (10:15)O'Brien's Draft Profile (19:20) 
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