Following the recent recall of AHL rookie standout Nick Lardis, the Chicago Blackhawks have brought up forward Landon Slaggert from the Rockford IceHogs ahead of their road matchup with the Dallas Stars. The 23-year-old Slaggert provides depth with recent AHL experience after a holiday break, as Chicago aims to snap a six-game losing streak.
The Chicago Blackhawks recalled forward Landon Slaggert, 23, from their AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs, on December 27, 2025. This is the team's second such move in recent weeks, after prospect Nick Lardis was called up earlier in December. Slaggert has played 10 NHL games this season (1 goal) and tallied four points (2G, 2A) in eight AHL contests.
Chicago (13-17-6, 32nd in NHL) heads to American Airlines Center for a 7:00 p.m. CT puck drop against the elite Dallas Stars (25-7-6), viewable on CHSN+, ESPN+, or WGN Radio (AM 720). It's the first game of a back-to-back after the holiday break, with no recent practices, followed by a home tilt vs. Pittsburgh.
Head coach Jeff Blashill noted the value of minutes for young players amid the tough schedule. Dallas features stars like Roope Hintz, Jason Robertson, and Wyatt Johnston offensively, Miro Heiskanen and Thomas Harley on defense, plus veterans Jamie Benn and Matt Duchene. Jake Oettinger is expected in net.
Slaggert's addition highlights Chicago's rebuild, blending youth against Dallas's experienced core.