Blackhawks' Ilya Mikheyev, Matt Grzelcyk ranked among NHL free agents
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:36 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Two Chicago Blackhawks players have been recognized as top pending unrestricted free agents by The Athletic's Chris Johnston. Ilya Mikheyev ranks No. 31 after a strong season with 18 goals and 36 points. Matt Grzelcyk follows at No. 67, finishing the season with no goals and 12 assists. With free agency approaching on July 1, both players could attract interest from teams in need of scoring and defensive depth, respectively.
- •Mikheyev recorded 18 goals and a career-high 36 points this season.
- •Grzelcyk had zero goals and 12 assists in 69 games this year.
- •The NHL's free agency period begins on July 1.
- •Both players could be pursued for their respective skills.
- 11:36 AMYahoo Sports — 2 Blackhawks Ranked Among NHL's Best Pending Free Agents
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