BREAKING: NCAA Star Signs With The Chicago Blackhawks To Play With Connor Bedard
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Samer Dagher
Mar 10, 2024 (8:23 PM)
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Photo credit: CHGO Sports
Despite being eliminated from the NHL playoff race, the Chicago Blackhawks are still active in building their team, recently signing a promising new player from the NCAA.
Blackhawks Sign NCAA Standout To Play With Bedard
Adding to their roster of young talents, the Blackhawks announced the signing of Landon Slaggert, who joins star rookie Connor Bedard.
Slaggert, a former third-round pick in 2020, comes off an impressive season with Notre Dame, tallying 31 points. His contract spans two years with a cap hit just over $900,000.
The #Blackhawks have signed 2020 3rd round pick Landon Slaggert to a 2-year deal with a $912,500 AAV cap hit through 2024-25
Slaggert is coming off on his career-best season at Notre Dame where he served as the team Captain and posted 20 goals and 31 points in his Senior season
Slaggert is coming off on his career-best season at Notre Dame where he served as the team Captain and posted 20 goals and 31 points in his Senior season
While it's uncertain when Slaggert will make his debut with the team, Chicago's commitment to nurturing young talent promises an exciting future for the Blackhawks as they continue to develop potential NHL stars.
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