Leddy, 23, had seven goals with 24 assists (31 points) in 82 games with the Blackhawks last season. Leddy has never missed a regular season game in three NHL seasons and should be in the Isles' top-4 with a lot of power-play time.
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Leddy served as a healthy scratch in Chicago's 4-0 loss in game 3, but will play on Friday. Expect Sheldon Brookbank to come out of the lineup to make room for Leddy.
Leddy replaces Keith on the top PP unit. Ten of his 32 points have come with the man advantage.
After practicing with Duncan Keith yesterday, Leddy is paired with the rookie Olsen. n his second full season with the club, he has three goals and 28 points.
Leddy should line up on the top defensive pairing. In his second full season with the club, he has three goals and 28 points.
Leddy could miss a day or two due to the flu. He has two goals and 25 points through 54 games.
Leddy moves down a pairing. The sophomore has two goals and 25 points in 53 games.
Leddy moves down to the second defensive pairing with Seabrook returning. The former Mr. Hockey leads all Blackhawks defenders in assists (13) and points (15).
Leddy will start the season on the top defensive unit. Last season he scored four goals and seven points over 46 games with the Blackhawks. Look for him to improve his totals in his sophomore season.