Blackhawks trade Andre Burakovsky to Senators for draft pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Chicago Blackhawks traded Andre Burakovsky to the Ottawa Senators for a 6th-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft on June 26, 2026. Burakovsky's performance declined significantly, with only 4 points in his final 37 games of the season, prompting the Blackhawks to seek a trade instead of a buyout. Ottawa, coming off a recent trade of Brady Tkachuk, hopes to revitalize Burakovsky's career as they seek added offensive production. Chicago will not retain any salary on Burakovsky's contract, providing them with increased cap flexibility.
- •Burakovsky had 4 points in his last 37 games this season.
- •Chicago acquires a 6th-round pick for Burakovsky.
- •Senators aim to rejuvenate Burakovsky's performance.
- •Blackhawks do not retain any salary in the deal.
- •Trade suggests a seller's market in the NHL.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Blackhawks Move Andre Burakovsky To Senators For 2027 Draft Pick
"The Chicago Blackhawks have traded Andre Burakovsky to the Ottawa Senators.
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