Chicago's other players will likely generate more interest at the trade deadline, but Donato can beat them all for sheer effort.

The Chicago Blackhawks were the third team in Friday's Blockbuster Avalanche/Hurricanes trade, but Adam Proteau says Chicago still must be focusing on the future the rest of this year.

There might be fewer sellers around the NHL this season than usual, but the Hawks are certainly one. That scarcity of available players could drive up prices.

Chicago Blackhawks forward Ryan Donato is a player the organization ... and while veteran defenseman and two-time Stanley Cup champion Alec Martinez might be more sought after, Donato might ...