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Connor Murphy's Future with Blackhawks in Jeopardy
11/5/2025
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Story summary
- Connor Murphy, the Chicago Blackhawks' longest-tenured defenseman, is averaging 12 minutes of ice time over the last five games as younger defensemen Louis Crevier and Matt Grzelcyk take larger roles under head coach Jeff Blashill.
- Head coach Jeff Blashill acknowledged Murphy's leadership but said ice time is determined by performance.
- Murphy's contract is expiring and the trade deadline is approaching, making his Blackhawks future uncertain.
