ROCKFORD, Ill. – The Chicago Blackhawks, the National Hockey League affiliate of the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League, announced today that defenseman Dennis Gilbert has been recalled to the Blackhawks from the IceHogs.

Since being re-assigned to the IceHogs on Jan. 22, Gilbert has appeared in three games, registering four shots and nine PIMs. Overall, Gilbert has recorded two assists in 15 games with Rockford this season.

The Buffalo, New York native has three points (1G, 2A) in 20 games with the Blackhawks during the 2019-20 campaign. Gilbert tallied his first National Hockey League point on Dec. 12 at ARI and his first career NHL goal on Dec. 27 vs. NYI.

Kris Versteeg Designer Hat Night and $2 Bud Friday This Friday vs. Manitoba

Join your IceHogs for Kris Versteeg Designer Hat Night presented by BMO Harris Bank and $2 Bud Friday with 104.9 The X on Friday, Jan. 31 at 7:00 vs. Manitoba at the BMO!

Two-time Stanley Cup champion and former IceHogs captain Kris Versteeg designed his hat to honor his time in the NHL and AHL and his autograph is featured on the bottom of the flat bill. The first 1,500 fans receive these collectible hats. Grab some buds and join the IceHogs for $2 Bud Friday and enjoy $2 Bud Light cans! Pick up your tickets at HERE or contact the BMO Harris Bank Center Box Office at (815) 847-6399.