Duncan Keith returns to Chicago with Edmonton Oilers

Published March 3, 2022 12:56 PM

By JAY COHEN
AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO (AP) — Duncan Keith has returned to his first NHL home, playing his first game in Chicago since he was traded to the Edmonton Oilers in July. The Blackhawks saluted the veteran defenseman with a highlight video during a timeout in the first period, and the crowd responded with a long standing ovation. Keith developed into one of the NHL’s top defensemen while spending 16 years in Chicago, winning the Norris Trophy twice and three Stanley Cup titles. He was dealt to Edmonton in July after he asked for a trade to Western Canada to be closer to his son, Colton.

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