NHL season-preview capsules: Central Division

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CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Head coach: Luke Richardson (third season)

Last season: 23-53-6, 52 points, eighth place in Central Division

This season: Now comes the attempt for the long climb out of the basement. After bottoming out two seasons ago and being rewarded with the "Next One" in Connor Bedard, the Blackhawks hope their next star and the other up-and-comers can learn how to win.