In the middle of another losing season, Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson is preaching patience. Chicago is 3-10-3 in its past 16 games. At 15-29-5, the Blackhawks are once again among the NHL's worst teams -- in the running for a top-three draft pick for the third straight year.

The Hawks ought to be determined to acquire an established, high-end NHL player or two to supplement their youth movement before next season, but Davidson on Monday avoided making any specific commitments to do so.

Confident organization, led by Bedard, is on right track but have struggled this season despite veteran additions

Davidson spoke with the media Monday and acknowledged his team isn't where he wants it to be — but he's confident in its direction.

In the middle of another losing season, Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson is preaching patience. Chicago is 3-10-3 in its last 16 games after losing 4-2 to Minnesota on Sunday night. At 15-29-5,