Blackhawks have the opportunity to re-acquire former player for free via NHL waiver wire
The Boston Bruins have had to make a difficult decision today, as they have waived a defenseman who is likely on his way to the AHL, in Providence should he go unclaimed.
That defenseman is former Chicago Blackhawk, Ian MIichell who was sent to the Bruins as part of the Nick Foligno, and Taylor Hall trade.
Mitchell was sent to Boston with another former Blackhawk Alec Regula.
Well, today presents a unique opportunity for the Blackhawks to reclaim Mitchell, for free.
During his short NHL career, Mitchell has only seen 95 games of action, scoring 18 points( 4 G, 14 A) and 32 PIMs in the league.
He has always been a fringe NHLer but at 25 could fit into the Blackhawks' rebuild, play some more games in Rockford, and serve as a call-up.
Mitchell's current cap hit is easily affordable and will fit under the Blackhawks salary cap, especially if he's buried in the AHL.
He signed a one-year, two-way contract in Boston, for $775K and could be a nice complimentary piece for the team.
