Chicago Blackhawks announce a signing between the pipes in goal
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Chicago Blackhawks complete goaltending signing
The Chicago Blackhawks organization has announced today that the club has officially re-signed goaltender Mitchell Weeks to a two-year contract.
"Mitchell is an exciting young goalie prospect who has played very well in his AHL opportunities, and we're looking forward to watch his development over the next couple of years," said IceHogs President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Mark Bernard. "His attitude and work ethic are fantastic, and he has made great strides in his first two seasons in our organization."
At 23 years of age, the future is bright for Weeks who played last season with the Rockford Ice Hogs.
Weighing in at 190LBS and 6-foot-3, their is still work to be done with Weeks.
Earning his first career shutout on Jan. 12, as well as winning three straight starts for the Rockford Ice Hogs.
Weeks' games played, minutes, and saves with Indy last season set career highs, and his 15 wins tied a personal best.
The goaltender has a 2.74 GAA and .902 through 17 career AHL games with Rockford over the last two seasons.
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