From Chicago Sun-Times · · 1m 30s
Blackhawks Power Play Shift
Patrick Kane moves to left flank as Blackhawks power play evolves.
In brief
Patrick Kane moves to left flank as Blackhawks power play evolves. Blackhawks reconfigure power play with Kane on left, Kantserov as bumper after last season's 29th-place efficiency. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
New Power Play Setup
Blackhawks shift power play to Patrick Kane on left flank with Roman Kantserov as bumper.
Kantserov's Bumper Role
Kantserov played bumper in Russia for Magnitogorsk before joining NHL.
Power Play Efficiency
Hawks finished 29th in NHL power-play efficiency last season.
Kantserov's Challenge
Kantserov says NHL penalty-killers are faster and require more strength than KHL teams.
Kane's Left Flank Move
Kane moves from right flank to left to create passing options and better shooting angles.
Kane's Strategy
Kane aims to own left flank spot as much as possible for better scoring opportunities.
Byram's Role
Byram moves to power-play quarterback after struggling with Sabres.
Team Composition
Kantserov, Kane, Byram, Frondell and Bertuzzi form new power play unit.
Left-Handed Advantage
All five power play players are left-handed for better puck handling and shooting.
Frondell's Position
Frondell moves to prime one-timer spot due to left-handed advantage.
Kantserov's Adaptation
Kantserov needs to adjust to NHL speed and teamwork for power play success.
Team Dynamics
Kane and Kantserov share natural connection for power play plays.
Next Steps
Hawks aim to improve power play after last season's 29th-place finish.
Here's the gist
Blackhawks reconfigure power play with Kane on left, Kantserov as bumper after last season's 29th-place efficiency.
