Reese Johnson Recalled to Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks today announced that they have recalled forward Reese Johnson from the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League.

Johnson, 23, has registered two points (1G, 1A) in his three games with Rockford this season, with both points coming in last night’s matchup against the Iowa Wild. The Regina, Saskatchewan native made his National Hockey League debut last season on Jan. 31 vs. CBJ and played five contests with the Blackhawks during the 2020-21 campaign.

The Rockford IceHogs rematch against the Iowa Wild tonight, Saturday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. at Wells Fargo Arena and wrap up their season-opening, season-long, six-game road trip on Thursday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 30 against the Texas Stars at H-E-B Center in Cedar Park, Texas. The puck drops for both contests at 7 p.m.

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The IceHogs celebrate Healthcare Workers Appreciation Weekend and Opening Night on Saturday, Nov. 6 vs. Grand Rapids Griffins at 6 p.m. at BMO Harris Bank Center and Sunday, Nov. 7 vs. Manitoba at 4 p.m. Join the IceHogs as they celebrate our Stateline healthcare heroes that have kept our community safe with special promotions and in-game presentations. Buy Opening Weekend Tickets