Donato's Impact Lingers for Hawks
Ryan Donato's production has dipped this season, but Blackhawks insiders know his subtle contributions keep Chicago's bottom six humming in ways stats don't capture. The grinder who bounced around waivers now anchors shifts that wear down opponents and spark transitions nobody sees coming. As the Hawks chase playoff positioning, Donato's quiet influence could prove the difference in a crowded Western Conference race.
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