Claude will be Hawks captain for the rest of the season. After departure of Audette (who still lead Hawks in assists despite playing only 5 games), Hawks lacked leadership. 4th line center Wes Walz was named Hawks captain, but obviously failed to put any drive to his team. Claude will bring grit&leadership to young Hawks team (who are not actually all that young now). Hawks looked like they need fire lit under them and Claude is expected to do just that.
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