Levshunov Makes Blackhawks Debut Against Avalanche in Anticipated NHL Matchup
Alright, hockey fans, buckle up because we’ve got a big one tonight! The Chicago Blackhawks are taking on the Colorado Avalanche, but the real story here is the highly anticipated NHL debut of Artyom Levshunov. This 19-year-old defenseman, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, is finally hitting the ice for the Hawks, and the excitement is through the roof!
Levshunov’s journey to this moment has been anything but smooth. He missed training camp and the start of the season after taking a shot off his right foot back in September. But after grinding his way through the AHL with Rockford, racking up 22 points in 50 games, he’s finally getting his shot in the big leagues. And from the way he’s talking, he’s ready to go. “I always dreamed about this, like all my hockey life,” Levshunov said after the morning skate. “It’s unbelievable to make my debut tonight. I feel good, not really nervous—it's a hockey game. I just gotta go in, do my job, and play hard.”
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Chicago, sitting at 31st in the NHL standings with a 20-35-9 record, is looking for a spark, especially after trading away veteran defenseman Seth Jones to the Florida Panthers. In return, they picked up goalie Spencer Knight and a conditional first-round pick in 2026. Could Levshunov be the young star they need to shake things up? Time will tell, but tonight is a huge first step.
Adding to Chicago’s roster moves, forward Jason Dickinson is also back in action after missing 11 games with a high ankle sprain. With 16 points in 53 games this season, he’s eager to make an impact. Head coach Anders Sorensen had high praise for Dickinson’s effort in practice, saying, “He's felt good for the last week, had some great skates, and yeah, he looked good today.”
But let’s not forget—on the other side of the ice, the Avalanche are on a tear. They’re coming into this game fresh off their sixth straight win and looking as dominant as ever. And in case you missed it, Nathan MacKinnon just hit a huge milestone, reaching 1,000 career NHL points. This Avalanche squad is red-hot, and they won’t be taking it easy on the Blackhawks.
So, the stage is set. A rising star making his debut, a Blackhawks team looking for a jolt of energy, and an Avalanche team that’s been steamrolling through the competition. Will Levshunov make a splash in his first game? Can the Blackhawks hold their own against one of the league’s best? We’re about to find out! Puck drops at 9 p.m. ET—don’t miss it!
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