Ilya Mikheyev and Sam Lafferty are heading to the Blackhawks in a trade deal
Today, the Chicago Blackhawks and Vancouver Canucks have finalized a trade, involving Sam Lafferty, Ilya Mikheyev, and a second-round draft pick.
The Vancouver Canucks have prioritized clearing cap space to secure key free agents and retain their current roster. In line with this strategy, they've dealt forward Ilya Mikheyev and his $4.75 million salary to the Chicago Blackhawks.
Hearing Chicago and Vancouver working on a deal that will create cap room for the Canucks � potentially involving Ilya Mikheyev and rights to Sam Lafferty, with a second-round pick as a sweetener
The Chicago Blackhawks, known for their currently sparse roster, present an opportunity for Ilya Mikheyev to potentially join forces with sophomore standout Connor Bedard. Mikheyev, a former 20-goal scorer who hasn't hit peak form in Vancouver, could find renewed success and form in Chicago.
This appears to be setting the stage for a significant maneuver.
Canucks likely have something cooking if they're paying this much to move Mikheyev
Source: Markerzone
Chicago Blackhawks acquire Ilya Mikheyev from Vancouver Canucks
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