The Chicago Blackhawks organization have acquired a Michigan-born forward that could surprise many in the NHL
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed Colin Bilek to a contract
Bilek will play with the Indy Fuel in the 2024-2025 season. He was previously acquired from the Manitoba Moose by the Rockford IceHogs during the 2022-2023 AHL season.
He played 18 games for the Fuel, scoring 11 points, and added three points in four Kelly Cup Playoff games.
The Michigan-born forward signed another contract with the IceHogs and played 51 games with the Indy Fuel, where he scored 43 points and 66 penalty minutes.
Bilek is known for his community service and was recognized by the ECHL for his volunteer work visiting local hospitals, schools, and meeting with veterans before and after games.
Before turning pro, he spent four years at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he served as team captain for his final two years.
Bilek led the team in scoring with 93 points in 127 games. He plans to return to the US Army after his hockey career ends.
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