Former NHL Defenseman and Hockey Hall of Famer Chris Pronger joins the show to break down the Chicago Blackhawks defensive core and what he sees from the team’s young blue line. Pronger discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the group, how long it typically takes NHL defensemen to develop, and why the 300-game benchmark matters. How does that timeline apply to prospects like Artyom Levshunov and the rest of Chicago’s young core? Jay Zawaski and Mario Tirabassi dive into the future of the Chicago Blackhawks defense with one of the game’s all-time greats.
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CHGO Blackhawks Podcast: HHOFer Chris Pronger BREAKS DOWN Chicago’s Young Defense & Development Timeline
April 21, 2026
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