By Salem Chicago News Staff
The Chicago Blackhawks announced Thursday that they have trimmed their training camp roster to 29 players, loaning three prospects to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League.
Forwards Sacha Boisvert, Connor Mylymok and AJ Spellacy were sent to Rockford. The current camp roster now includes 17 forwards, nine defensemen and three goaltenders.
The moves come as the Blackhawks prepare for the 2026-27 season with a roster reshaped by several offseason transactions. Chicago signed forward Patrick Kane to a two-year contract in July, bringing the franchise icon back to the organization. The team also locked up defenseman Bowen Byram to a six-year extension and signed forward Connor Bedard to a five-year deal after the young star underwent successful surgery in July.
Training camp opened Sept. 17 at the Blackhawks Ice Center with 50 players, including 29 forwards, 16 defensemen and five goaltenders. The roster has been pared down through daily evaluations.
The Blackhawks also signed defenseman Kevin Korchinski to a two-year contract Aug. 29, adding depth to a blue line that features Byram, who was acquired from the Buffalo Sabres in a June trade along with forward Jordan Greenway.
Boisvert, who split time between the NHL and Boston University last season, was among the most-watched prospects during camp. The forward participated in the Blackhawks’ Prospect Showcase Sept. 14-15, where Chicago faced the St. Louis Blues in two games at the Blackhawks Ice Center’s USG Arena.
Spellacy, a Windsor Spitfires standout who represented the United States at the World Junior Championships, also drew attention during the showcase before being reassigned.
Bedard’s status remains a key storyline heading into the regular season. The former No. 1 overall pick underwent surgery in July, and his availability for the season opener has not been confirmed by the team.
Kane’s return adds a veteran presence to a young locker room. The 37-year-old forward spent the first 16 seasons of his career with the Blackhawks, winning three Stanley Cup championships, before stints with the New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings.
The Blackhawks announced their 2026-27 national television broadcast schedule Aug. 26. Single-game tickets went on sale Aug. 13.
Preseason games continue this week. The regular-season schedule, announced in July, features the home opener at the United Center on a date to be determined.
