Ilya Mikheyev excels this season with Blackhawks

Ilya Mikheyev has had a strong season with the Blackhawks, showing improvement as the year progresses. He has 15 goals, with 12 scored during five-on-five play, making him a key player on the team. Mikheyev's defensive skills and speed have returned after an ACL surgery. His plus-three rating stands out on a team with a minus-51 goal differential, highlighting his impact. Interim coach Anders Sorensen has increased Mikheyev's role, giving him power-play time. Teammate Ryan Donato praised Mikheyev's reliability and effectiveness on the ice.