Chicago Blackhawks Players Ranked Among NHL's Top Free Agents

The Chicago Blackhawks have two players ranked among the NHL's top pending unrestricted free agents as the offseason approaches. The Athletic's Chris Johnston recently released a list of the top 75 UFAs, with Ilya Mikheyev and Matt Grzelcyk making the cut. Mikheyev, who has been a standout for the Blackhawks, was placed at No. 31 on the list after a strong season where he scored 18 goals and achieved a career-high 36 points in 77 games. His solid secondary scoring and defensive skills make him a desirable target for teams looking to bolster their rosters. Meanwhile, Matt Grzelcyk was ranked No. 67. The 32-year-old defenseman recorded no goals and 12 assists over 69 games this season, following a more productive year with the Pittsburgh Penguins. His experience and potential for defensive depth could attract interest from teams if he enters the free agent market on July 1. As the offseason nears, it will be intriguing to see what contracts these Chicago Blackhawks players secure.