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Chicago Blackhawks move up in 1st, 2nd rounds of NHL draft though trade with New York Islanders

Chicago Blackhawks move up in 1st, 2nd rounds of NHL draft though trade with New York Islanders

The Blackhawks received the 18th and 50th overall picks of the draft from the Islanders. In turn, New York pocketed the 20th and 54th selections in addition to receiving the 61st overall pick. Chicago has been acquiring assets in a total rebuild and had three second-round picks in this year's draft.