Chicago, Ill. (104.3 The Score/WGR Sports Radio 550) - The Chicago Blackhawks are bringing a cornerstone of their storied past into their promise of the present, signing future Hall of Fame forward Patrick Kane to a two-year deal, the team announced Thursday.
The contract comes with an $8 million cap hit.
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Kane was considering offers from the Blackhawks and the Sabres, which would've returned him to his hometown of Buffalo. Ultimately, Kane selected to play again in Chicago, his hockey home of 16 years.
“Day-in and day-out for 16 seasons, Patrick captivated the city of Chicago with his dazzling skill, creating some of the most memorable moments in Blackhawks history as he helped bring our storied franchise back to the pinnacle of our sport,” Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson said in a statement. “He’s shown on countless occasions that he knows what it takes to win at the highest levels, and we couldn’t be prouder for Patrick to once again call the United Center home and continue to shine in Chicago’s brightest lights.”
The No. 1 overall pick of the Blackhawks in the 2007 NHL Draft, Kane became, arguably, the greatest player in franchise history. He was part of three Stanley Cup championships in Chicago, while earning the Hart Trophy in 2016 and the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2013.
Kane is a three-time All-Star who has scored 446 goals in a Blackhawks sweater, the third-most goals in franchise history.
The Blackhawks traded Kane to the New York Rangers in February of 2022, as Davidson began a rebuilding effort. That plan led Chicago to the No. 1 overall pick in 2023, which ended up being center Connor Bedard.
The 21-year-old recently signed a five-year, $75-million extension last weekend.
Now, Kane and Bedard will play alongside each other as teammates.
Most recently, Kane spent three seasons with the Detroit Red Wings.
Kane is entering his 20th NHL season this year, and may be ready to conclude his storied NHL career where it started with the Blackhawks.
The South Buffalo native signs a two-year deal to return to Chicago
The South Buffalo native signs a two-year deal to return to Chicago
