Jonathan Toews Eyes NHL Return, Excludes Blackhawks

Jonathan Toews, former captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, is preparing for a return to the NHL after a two-year hiatus due to chronic health issues, including Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome and long COVID. Despite spending time traveling and engaging in spiritual and physical rejuvenation, Toews feels unsatisfied with how his career ended in Chicago and is eager to reignite his passion for hockey. Though he won't be rejoining the Blackhawks, Toews is conditioning in Arizona and exploring opportunities with other teams, with the Winnipeg Jets reportedly showing interest. Toews has emphasized that his comeback isn't about proving anything but rather about fulfilling his remaining potential and stepping away from hockey on his own terms. His illustrious career includes three Stanley Cup wins and two Olympic gold medals, cementing him as a likely future Hall of Famer.