Blackhawks Assign Henri Jokiharju To Rockford

Blackhawks defenseman Henri Jokiharju (28)
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(670 The Score) The Blackhawks have assigned rookie defenseman Henri Jokiharju to AHL Rockford, they announced Thursday morning.

Jokiharju, 19, has 12 assists in 37 games with Chicago this season. He was the team's first-round pick in the 2017 draft.

The Blackhawks next play at the Buffalo Sabres on Friday.