(670 The Score) Winger Brandon Hagel has signed a three-year contract with the Blackhawks, the team announced Friday morning.
Hagel’s deal will run through the 2023-’24 season and includes a $1.5-million cap hit annually. Hagel, 22, had 24 points (nine goals, 15 assists) in 52 games as a rookie last season.
“Brandon’s ascension to a regular role last season provided a huge boost to our team,” president of hockey operations Stan Bowman said in a statement. “We were quite pleased with the growth he showed in his game and ability to handle tougher assignments. His continued development at this level will allow him to be a valuable contributor to our offense moving forward.”