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Chicago Blackhawks Sign Defensemen Dylan Anhorn and Connor Mackey

· 2026-07-02

Chicago Blackhawks Sign Defensemen Dylan Anhorn and Connor Mackey

The Chicago Blackhawks signed defensemen Dylan Anhorn and Connor Mackey to two-way contracts.

The team agreed to terms with Anhorn on a one-year, two-way contract with an $850,000 salary cap hit.

What happened?

Anhorn skated in 46 regular-season contests with the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League.

He ranked fourth among club defensemen with 14 assists and 17 points.

The 6-foot, 190-pound blueliner has compiled 34 points in 95 career regular-season AHL games.

Why it matters for Chicago Blackhawks

Mackey appeared in three regular-season NHL games with the New York Rangers during the 2025-26 campaign.

He recorded 18 points in 62 regular-season AHL games with the Hartford Wolfpack.

The 6-foot-3, 205-pound defenseman has played in 45 career regular-season NHL games.

What comes next?

The Chicago Blackhawks are currently 15th in the Western Conference with a 29-39 record, on a W1 streak after beating the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on 2026-04-16.

Anhorn and Mackey will look to contribute to the team's success in the upcoming season.

The signings of Anhorn and Mackey add depth to the Blackhawks' defense.

The team will look to build on their recent win and improve their standing in the Western Conference.

The Blackhawks' fans will be eager to see how Anhorn and Mackey perform in their new roles.

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