Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson prides himself on blocking shots - so much so that he leads the league in that department.
"It's something I take big pride in," the 24-year-old Swede told the Chicago Tribune of his 94 blocked shots in 35 games.
"Having the most blocked shots in the league is a pretty good feeling. It just makes me want to block more shots and be on top there."
Hjalmarsson, who had a career-best 166 blocked shots last season, has collected one goal, five assists and two penalty minutes this campaign.
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December 27, 2011
