As we, at WGN Radio, prepare to welcome the Chicago Blackhawks into the “Century Club,” we are celebrating Chicago’s Original 6 hockey organization by highlighting over 100 players, coaches, executives, broadcasters and personalities that have been a part of Blackhawks’ 100-year history. Every weekday leading up to and through the 2025-26 season, you will hear about a different all-time Blackhawks figure in both the morning and afternoon WGN Radio sports reports, and here on WGNRadio.com. Several eras of Chicago hockey will be represented in our profiles, voiced by Dave Eanet, Andy Masur, Charlie Roumeliotis, Kevin Powell and Jack Heinrich.

We previously covered Glenn Hall. Next up:

Ryan Donato

by Jack Heinrich

Ryan Donato came to the Blackhawks as an NHL journeyman after making stops with 4 different NHL teams in 6 seasons.. A dependable and hardworking player, Donato saw it all come together for him last season, tallying career highs all across the board and leading the Blackhawks in goals (31) and was 2nd in points (62). Donato credits his breakout to his strong faith and his hard working approach to the game. Donato has found a home in Chicago, signing a 4-year extension this offseason.