Blackhawks re-sign forward Philipp Kurashev to one-year contract

Chicago Blackhawks centre Philipp Kurashev (23) skates for the puck during the third period of the team's NHL hockey game against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, in Las Vegas. (David Becker/AP)

The Chicago Blackhawks have re-signed forward Philipp Kurashev to a one-year, $750,000 contract, the team announced Friday.

The Blackhawks also signed defenceman Caleb Jones to a one-year, $1.35-million contract.

The second-year pro was selected by the Blackhawks in the fourth round (120th overall) in the 2018 NHL Draft.

Kurashev registered six goals and 15 assists with a minus-16 rating in 67 appearances during the 2021-22 season.

August 12, 2022

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Philipp Kurashev
SIGNED BY
Chicago Blackhawks
LENGTH
1 yr
CONTRACT TYPE
Re-signing
SALARY CAP HIT
$750,000
TOTAL
$750,000

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