Artyom Levshunov earns spot on Chicago Blackhawks opening night roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 1:16 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Artyom Levshunov has made the Chicago Blackhawks' opening night roster for the 2026-27 NHL season, set to play against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Michigan State star defenseman was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. In his first full NHL season last year, Levshunov registered two goals and 28 assists. He aims to secure a first line role and a spot on the top power play this season.
- •Levshunov featured on the Blackhawks' roster for season opener on September 30.
- •He was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
- •Last season, he recorded two goals and 28 assists in the NHL.
- •He aims for a first line role and top power play position this season.
- •The Blackhawks face the Vegas Golden Knights in their opener.
- 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — Artyom Levshunov featured on Chicago Blackhawks opening night roster
"Former Michigan State star defenseman Artyom Levshunov is featured on the Chicago Blackhawks opening night roster.
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