BLACKHAWKS REASSIGN JOHNS

Chicago, Ill. - The Chicago Blackhawks announced today that they have reassigned defenseman Stephen Johns to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League.

Johns, 22, has five assists in 16 games with Rockford this season. The Ellwood City, Pa., native made his professional debut with Rockford on April 4, 2014, after playing four seasons at the University of Notre Dame. Johns, the Blackhawks’ second-round selection (60th overall) in the 2010 National Hockey League Draft, has recorded 10 points (1G, 9A) in 24 career games with Rockford.

Next Home Game: Friday, Nov. 21 vs. Iowa Wild. Game begins at 7 p.m. The IceHogs second meeting with the Wild kicks off with another Blues Flame Lounge Pre-Game Party at the BMO. All ticketed fans 21-and-up can arrive early to enjoy free appetizers, live music and drink specials before enjoying the game. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.