Soderblom's Struggles Leave Door Open for Commesso, Prospect Sees Opportunity Rise.
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Arvid Soderblom may be facing his fair share of criticism from fans and pundits alike, but the 26-year-old Swedish goalie is taking it all in stride. Despite being ranked 62nd out of 64 NHL goalies in save percentage, Soderblom expressed pride for prospect Drew Commesso's historic first NHL win and shutout against the Predators.
Soderblom's recent slump was largely due to a stomach bug that kept him off his game, but he quickly bounced back from a seven-pound weight loss. When asked about his prospects of losing his job, Soderblom remained unfazed, citing the competitive nature of the league as the primary concern. "It's nothing new," he said. "The best league in the world means there's always competition. I'm just happy for Drew."
Soderblom's struggles have indeed led to a reevaluation of his role on the team, with some fans and pundits calling for him to be benched in favor of Commesso. However, Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill has downplayed the notion, stating that Soderblom "went through a stretch" of poor play earlier this season.
As Soderblom prepares to take the ice again against either the Hurricanes or Lightning on Thursday or Friday, it's clear that his job is secure for now. However, with Commesso approaching restricted free agency this summer, the Blackhawks will need to carefully assess their best goalie prospect before the end of the season.
Commesso has been consistently solid in Rockford, boasting a .905 save percentage over the past three years. His poise under pressure, quick glove hand, and ability to improvise all shone through during his impressive 36-save performance against the Predators. As Soderblom continues to face criticism, it's possible that Commesso may be the one who emerges as the team's top goalie in the future.
The Blackhawks will need to weigh their options carefully, deciding whether to give Commesso more playing time or continue to rely on Soderblom. One thing is certain: with Commesso approaching a critical juncture in his career, it would be wise for the Hawks to get him ready for stardom.
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Arvid Soderblom may be facing his fair share of criticism from fans and pundits alike, but the 26-year-old Swedish goalie is taking it all in stride. Despite being ranked 62nd out of 64 NHL goalies in save percentage, Soderblom expressed pride for prospect Drew Commesso's historic first NHL win and shutout against the Predators.
Soderblom's recent slump was largely due to a stomach bug that kept him off his game, but he quickly bounced back from a seven-pound weight loss. When asked about his prospects of losing his job, Soderblom remained unfazed, citing the competitive nature of the league as the primary concern. "It's nothing new," he said. "The best league in the world means there's always competition. I'm just happy for Drew."
Soderblom's struggles have indeed led to a reevaluation of his role on the team, with some fans and pundits calling for him to be benched in favor of Commesso. However, Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill has downplayed the notion, stating that Soderblom "went through a stretch" of poor play earlier this season.
As Soderblom prepares to take the ice again against either the Hurricanes or Lightning on Thursday or Friday, it's clear that his job is secure for now. However, with Commesso approaching restricted free agency this summer, the Blackhawks will need to carefully assess their best goalie prospect before the end of the season.
Commesso has been consistently solid in Rockford, boasting a .905 save percentage over the past three years. His poise under pressure, quick glove hand, and ability to improvise all shone through during his impressive 36-save performance against the Predators. As Soderblom continues to face criticism, it's possible that Commesso may be the one who emerges as the team's top goalie in the future.
The Blackhawks will need to weigh their options carefully, deciding whether to give Commesso more playing time or continue to rely on Soderblom. One thing is certain: with Commesso approaching a critical juncture in his career, it would be wise for the Hawks to get him ready for stardom.
Commesso is lowkey becoming my fave goalie! 
I'm loving how he's stepped up and showed off his skills during that epic shutout against the Preds 
His poise under pressure is everything, and I'm hyped for him to take on a bigger role in the team 
The fact that Soderblom's struggles have led to this reevaluation of their goalie situation is just fire 
. On one hand, it's awesome that Commesso got that historic win and shutout - he's definitely showing some promise. But on the other hand, I'm a bit worried about how the Hawks will handle this situation. If they start giving Commesso more playing time now, it might put too much pressure on him 
. They should probably just let Soderblom bounce back and then reassess their goalie situation later in the season 
. And yeah, I get that Commesso is getting closer to RFA status - it's gonna be interesting to see how they handle his future contract negotiations 
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. Commesso is looking like the future and I think the Hawks should give him more ice time ASAP 
. It's hard to see Soderblom being benched with a young gun coming up, but at the same time, the team needs someone who can perform consistently 
. Maybe they can find a happy medium where Soderblom gets to mentor Commesso and learn from him too? 
... I mean, I love watching hockey, but Soderblom's struggles are getting old 
. It's like, dude, you're a 26-year-old goalie, expected to perform at an elite level, and you're still learning from your mistakes? Meanwhile, Commesso is over there crushing it in Rockford with a .905 save percentage 
. I just hope Commesso is ready for stardom and doesn't get lost in the shuffle 
. And yeah, it's true, Soderblom had that stomach bug thing goin' on and it really messed with his game... but now he's back and lookin' good as new 
. And Commesso? He's just a young kid tryin' to make a name for himself... give him some time and he'll figure it out 
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and that's really cool.
. but the thing is, in the nhl, one bad game can set you back a whole season. so yeah, commesso might be the future of the blackhawks, but soderblom still deserves some love for his resilience 
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, super fast reflexes and all that jazz... but did you ever notice how hard it is for them to eat a normal meal after a game? i mean, soderblom lost 7 pounds from a stomach bug lol what kind of stomach bug eats that much 
anyway, back to the Blackhawks... they should just let Commesso play more and be done with it 
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. But let's be real, Commesso is on fire right now 
! He's got all the skills & poise to back it up, and I think the Hawks are gonna have to give him more playing time soon 
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. He seems like he's got all the skills, and with Soderblom struggling, it's a good chance for Commesso to get some playing time. The thing that worries me is that if Commesso doesn't take advantage of this opportunity now, his value might drop off when he becomes an RFA 
. Commesso is def the future, but dont count out Soderblom just yet 
. gotta give credit where credit is due, tho - that 36-save shutout was straight fire 
. On one hand, Soderblom's been through some tough times and still manages to keep it together, but on the other hand, Commesso is just killing it in Rockford 
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. Commesso is approaching restricted free agency this summer, so the Blackhawks need to weigh their options carefully 
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. coach blashill seems like a fair guy, so let's not jump on the bandwagon yet 
Arvid Soderblom's struggles aren't the end of the world, and Drew Commesso being given a chance to shine is actually a win-win for the team. It shows they're invested in their young talent & willing to give them playing time to develop their skills. Plus, with Commesso approaching RFA status this summer, it's time for him to step up & prove himself. The Blackhawks need to weigh their options carefully, but I think Commesso has got this! 
he's still a great goalie even if hes not perfect. and commesso is looking good but lets see how he handles the pressure of being the #1 guy. whats gonna happen when he gets injured tho? Blackhawks need to think ahead and plan for his future, maybe they can find ways to get him more experience. soderblom's stomach bug was legit tho 
anyone else ever had a bad case of the food poisoning in the middle of playoffs?
️! Now, I'm curious to see how the team will play it out - will they give Commesso more ice time or stick with Soderblom? Either way, it's clear that both guys have what it takes to make an impact on the rink 
... I think what this says about us as fans is that we're not just cheering for one player, but also for the entire team. We want to see everyone thrive 
And if that means giving Commesso more playing time or helping him develop his skills further, then so be it