The Chicago Blackhawks made an interesting and calculated decision by naming Nick Foligno the captain. Some would have assumed that the title of captain would go to Connor Bedard, but the Blackhawks decided to wait and it was a smart move on the organization's part.

The Chicago Blackhawks have finally named a new captain. On Wednesday, the Blackhawks announced that veteran forward Nick Foligno is the 35th captain in franchise history. Despite having played just one season so far with the Blackhawks,

The Chicago Blackhawks have named veteran Nick Foligno the 35th captain in franchise history, the team announced on Wednesday.