Rockford, Ill. – The Rockford IceHogs and Chicago Blackhawks have signed an agreement extending their NHL/AHL affiliation through the 2021-22 season. The five-year extension takes effect starting in 2017-18.
The IceHogs and Blackhawks began their affiliation in 2007-08, Rockford’s first season in the American Hockey League. Over the previous nine campaigns, 67 players have dressed for both the IceHogs and the Blackhawks.
“Our partnership with the city of Rockford and the IceHogs has been excellent since our relationship started in 2007,” said Blackhawks Senior Vice President, Hockey Operations Al MacIsaac. “The combination of the great staff and Rockford’s proximity to Chicago make it only natural that we extend this agreement.