The Chicago Blackhawks recalled forwards Tyler Motte and Kyle Baun and defenseman Erik Gustafsson from the AHL on Tuesday, the team announced. They’ll serve as black aces for the Hawks’ remaining playoff games, starting Thursday with Game 4 against the Nashville Predators.
The Rockford IceHogs ended their season over the weekend, which freed up Motte, Baun, and Gustafsson to become emergency options for the Blackhawks. Unfortunately, the odds are firmly against them playing with time running out in Chicago’s postseason.
The Hawks currently trail the Predators, 3-0, in the seven-game series.