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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Ben Pope

Blackhawks’ Jason Dickinson has deceptive speed to defend fastest opponents

Blackhawks forward Jason Dickinson uses his speed to make an impact defensively. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

LAS VEGAS — It would not surprise anyone to hear that Blackhawks forward Andreas Athanasiou recorded the fifth-fastest maximum skating speed (24.18 miles per hour) of any NHL player last season, according to new data released by the league.

But it would probably surprise most people to hear that fellow Hawks forward Jason Dickinson recorded the seventh-fastest speed: 24.08 mph.

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