Brandon Hagel reveals Patrick Kane's true personality behind the scenes

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Finnegan Frost
November 9, 2024 (5:21 PM)

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Recently, former Blackhawks forward Brandon Hagel teamed up with the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, going in depth about Patrick Kane's personailty in the locker room.

Patrick Kane is arguably one of the most elite hockey players to ever play in modern day NHL. When it comes down to it, being a superstar comes with it's perks, and Brandon Hagel didn't hold back when breaking it down.

During Hagel's tenure with the Chicago Blackhawks, Patrick Kane wanted to make some adjustments to the power play. As stated above, when a superstar demands something, it prompts immediate action.

During the podcast, Brandon Hagel recalls a particular incident where Patrick Kane walked into the coaches office and demanded that he put on PP1, as they were developing some pretty electric chemistry at the time.

Hagel was traded to Tampa Bay in 2022 for two first round picks and then signed an extension for $6,500,000 million per year. Hagel in his last year in Chicago had 37 points in 55 games. Last season with the Lightning, he had 26 goals and 49 assists, adding up to 75 points in 82 games. This season it looks like he's going to top it, though, as he has 15 points in 14 games right now for Tampa.
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Hagel's recounts are true testament to what kind of player and person Patrick Kane was in the locker room. Kane advocated for his fellow teammates, rewarding them with extra opportunities when he saw fit - a true leader.

According to Hagel, they are still friends to this day, which is also a huge emphasis on the kind of leader Patrick Kane is, even off the ice.