"#Blackhawks head coach Luke Richardson said Corey Perry was a healthy scratch tonight. It was an organizational decision."
The team described this as an "organizational decision." The shift from Perry being a key player in the powerplay to being benched is unusual and has raised many questions.
The Blackhawks' offseason strategy involved bringing experienced players to guide Connor Bedard in his debut NHL season. However, the decision to bench Corey Perry suggests a deviation from this plan.
Perry's Currently Not with the Team
As of now, it was confirmed that Perry's not with the team, that he's healthy, and he missed today's practice.
"Corey Perry, who was scratched last night as a mysterious "organizational" decision, is not on the ice for Blackhawks practice."
This could indicate that something's brewing in Chicago's offices. The Blackhawks are in a position to trade him at high price to a Cup contender.
What else could explain his absence?
Do you think the Blackhawks will trade Corey Perry?