The Florida Panthers have acquired forward Brad Morrison from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for forward Vinnie Hinostroza.
Morrison, 24, has appeared in six games with the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League this season, producing three goals and five points. The 6-foot, 171-pound native of Prince George, British Columbia has also appeared in three ECHL games with the Indy Fuel this season, posting two points.
He is in the final year of his entry-level contract and will be a restricted free agent with arbitration rights at the end of the season.