The Chicago Blackhawks have assigned defenseman David Rundblad to their AHL affiliate in Rockford.
Rundblad had to clear waivers before he was assigned. The 25-year-old has two assists in nine games for the Blackhawks this season. He’s been a healthy scratch otherwise.
A former first-round draft pick who played sparingly in Chicago’s 2015 Stanley Cup run, Rundblad is signed through next season for a cap hit of $1.05 million.
There were reports earlier today that Rundblad, a Swede, could end up playing in Europe. It’s not clear if that remains an option.
Echoing @ByScottPowers, a source said #Blackhawks' David Rundblad could end up playing in Europe.
— Chris Kuc (@ChrisKuc) December 30, 2015
Minus Rundblad, the Blackhawks are left with seven defensemen on their active roster.