Blackhawks face decisions on three pending unrestricted free agents

As NHL free agency approaches, the Chicago Blackhawks must decide the future of several pending unrestricted free agents. Ilya Mikheyev’s signing rights are reportedly available for trade, raising the possibility of his departure after a season that included 18 goals and 36 points. Matt Grzelcyk, a veteran defenseman, may not return as the team looks to bolster its blue line, having registered 12 assists in 69 games. Sam Lafferty's lack of production this season, with only two points in 29 games, makes his future uncertain. The Blackhawks have less than a month to make decisions as contracts reach expiration this summer.

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