Drew Commesso, a 23‑year‑old goaltender, entered the NHL conversation after being selected by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2020 draft.
A Prospect on the Rise
His limited NHL appearances last season yielded a 2‑1 record, a 2.31 goals‑against average and a .918 save percentage, highlighted by a 36‑save shutout against the Nashville Predators on Jan. 10.
In the AHL, he logged a .901 save percentage and a 3.08 goals‑against average over 37 games for the Rockford IceHogs, numbers that have kept him on the radar of coaches and analysts alike.
Scott Wheeler of The Athletic recently placed Commesso at No. 20 in his top‑20 NHL goalie prospect rankings, underscoring the steady progress the young netminder has made since his draft year.
The Blackhawks’ backup, Arvid Soderblom, is set to finish the 2026‑27 season under a contract that expires next summer, creating a potential vacancy that could open the door for Commesso to earn a spot on the roster.
If the organization decides to accelerate his development, the young goaltender could see increased ice time in Chicago, giving him the chance to translate his AHL success to the NHL stage.