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Blackhawks Sign Top Prospect Sacha Boisvert to 3-Year Deal
The 20-year-old forward could make his NHL debut this week.
Mar. 16, 2026 at 6:39pm
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The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a three-year, entry-level contract with Sacha Boisvert, one of the team's top prospects. Boisvert, a 20-year-old forward, was selected 18th overall by the Blackhawks in the 2024 NHL Draft and has spent the past two seasons playing college hockey at Boston University and North Dakota.
Why it matters
The Blackhawks are in the midst of a rebuilding phase, and the signing of Boisvert represents an important step in their efforts to restock their prospect pool and develop young talent for the future. Boisvert is considered one of the organization's top prospects and could make his NHL debut as soon as this week.
The details
Boisvert's contract carries a $974,167 salary-cap hit and runs through the 2027-28 season. The 6-foot-3 forward had three goals and 14 assists in 26 games with Boston University this season. He was previously suspended for two games in January after getting into a fight during a game against UMass Lowell.
- Boisvert turns 20 years old on Tuesday, March 19, 2026.
- The Blackhawks host the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday, March 19, 2026, and visit the Wild on Thursday, March 21, 2026.
- The Blackhawks host the Colorado Avalanche on Friday, March 22, 2026.
The players
Sacha Boisvert
A 20-year-old forward who was selected 18th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2024 NHL Draft. He has spent the past two seasons playing college hockey at Boston University and North Dakota.
Chicago Blackhawks
An NHL team currently in the midst of a rebuilding phase, looking to develop young talent for the future.
What’s next
Boisvert could make his NHL debut this week, as the Blackhawks have games scheduled against the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday and Thursday, as well as the Colorado Avalanche on Friday.
The takeaway
The signing of Sacha Boisvert to a three-year contract is an important move for the rebuilding Blackhawks, as they look to develop their top prospects and build a competitive team for the future. Boisvert's potential NHL debut this week will be closely watched as the organization continues its efforts to restock its talent pipeline.
