Andrew Ladd was one of several Blackhawks who was lost in the post-2010 Stanley Cup purge. It was a heck of a loss, be it for his play or his leadership.
Now he’s back.
The Blackhawks acquired Ladd from the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night, as first reported by Darren Dreger of TSN. In return, according to Dreger, the Blackhawks give the Jets Marko Dano, a first-round selection in the 2016 draft as well as a conditional pick. Dreger also reports that Winnipeg retains 36 percent of Ladd’s remaining salary.
It’ll be a nice reunion for Ladd, who’s familiar with the Blackhawks remaining from that 2010 Cup run.