
Blackhawks Draft Xavier Villeneuve with 34th Pick
The Chicago Blackhawks added a promising blue‑liner to their prospect pool in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, selecting Xavier Villeneuve at No. 34 overall.
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The Chicago Blackhawks added a promising blue‑liner to their prospect pool in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, selecting Xavier Villeneuve at No. 34 overall.

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