NHL Trade Deadline 2012: Blackhawks Deal John Scott, Acquire Johnny Oduya, Impress No One

The 2012 NHL trade deadline didn't produce any blockbusters that would clearly put the Chicago Blackhawks back into Stanley Cup contention, but GM Stan Bowman did make two peripheral deals that could help but certainly aren't getting much buzz. He dealt John Scott in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick from the New York Rangers, and acquired Johnny Oduya for a second round and third round pick in the 2013 NHL draft.

Oduya has a $3.5 million salary cap figure this season, but will be an unrestricted free agent in the summer, which makes the move a bit risky. He has referred to himself as a stay-at-home defenseman that can help with penalty killing, so he should help to fill a defensive void for the Blackhawks as they try to claim a spot in the postseason. SB Nation's Blackhawks blog, Second City Hockey, has a measured reaction to the moves, but it's safe to say Bowman didn't pull off any great deals before the deadline:

Whatever you think of John Scott, there's no way around the argument that his four minutes per night drove everyone else's time up. Whatever Oduya will be, I know he can be out there for a 15 minutes a night at least. In fact, I wouldn't be shocked if Bowman envisions a scenario that takes Keith off the power play and let Oduya on the 2nd, because Keith needs the break and what's he really providing on the PP anyway?

No, it's not the massive change we were all hoping for. But I don't think it was Stan waving the white flag on the season either. I know a lot of people declared the Hawks season over last night, and though I understood the rage I think that's harsh. Yeah, the trap door is approaching fast in the rear view, but it's still in the Hawks hands. They need to turn around quick, they need Toews back, but it isn't last year. Yet.

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2012 NHL Trade Deadline: Chicago Blackhawks Trade John Scott To New York Rangers

The Chicago Blackhawks (33-24-7, 73 pts) have reportedly traded defensemen John Scott to the New York Rangers:

#NYR Rangers acquire John Scott from CHI for fifth-round pick

— Katie Strang (@KatieStrangESPN) February 27, 2012

With the recent acquisition of D Johnny Oduya, the Blackhawks had some latitude to work with on their defensive side. Scott had played 29 for the 'Hawks in the 2011-12 season, but mostly spent time in a reserve role, averaging only around 7:00 on ice per game.

Here is a look at John Scott's 2011-12 stats:

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2012 NHL Trade Deadline: Blackhawks Acquire Johnny Oduya For 2 Draft Picks

The Chicago Blackhawks have reportedly completed a trade for Winnipeg Jets defenseman Johnny Oduya:

As per @DarrenDreger, WPG trades Johnny Oduya to CHI.

— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) February 27, 2012

2nd and 3rd round pick from Chicago for Oduya.

— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) February 27, 2012

Oduya is a six year veteran who will make Chicago his fourth home since reaching the NHL in the 2006-07 season. He has previously played for the New Jersey Devils, the Atlanta Thrashers before they became the Winnipeg Jets.

Here is a look at Johnny Oduya's stats from the 2011-12 NHL Season:

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Blackhawks Trade Rumors 2012: Derek Roy A Potential Target?

The Chicago Blackhawks have yet to make a substantial move, but some rumors suggest the team could be interested in acquiring Derek Roy from the Buffalo Sabres:

One team that’s been thrown around as a possible destination is Chicago. The Blackhawks acquired Brendan Morrison from Calgary a few weeks ago as a potential second-line center, but that move hasn’t paid dividends yet. In fact, Morrison’s been a healthy scratch the last four games.

Related: Brandon Segal Trade: Chicago Blackhawks Deal Forward To Tampa Bay For Future Considerations

Chicago's interest in adding another center to the team may have increased with the news that Jonathan Toews was injured in a car accident on Thursday, but that remains to be seen.

Roy has 34 points in 58 games with Buffalo this season.

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Brandon Segal Trade: Chicago Blackhawks Deal Forward To Tampa Bay For Future Considerations

The Blackhawks completed a trade on Tuesday.