NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 1, 2026Illinois
Chicago Blackhawks Sign Bowen Byram to Six-Year Extension
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed defenseman Bowen Byram to a six-year contract extension with a $12.5 million annual salary-cap hit. The deal begins next summer and includes a full no-movement clause.
Read the full story at Chicago Sun-TimesWhy It Matters
The contract commits $12.5 million of the Blackhawks' annual salary-cap space to a single player starting in the 2027-28 season, impacting the team's financial flexibility for roster construction.
Key Facts
- Bowen Byram signed a six-year contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks.
- The contract carries a $12.5 million annual salary-cap hit.
- The extension takes effect starting in the 2027-28 season.
- The contract includes a full no-movement clause.
- Byram's current contract has a $6.25 million cap hit.
- Byram will wear jersey number 24 for the Blackhawks.
- Jacob Trouba signed a four-year contract with the San Jose Sharks with an $8.5 million cap hit.
Who's Mentioned
organizationSan Jose Sharks“NHL team that signed Jacob Trouba.”personMike Grier“General Manager of the San Jose Sharks.”organizationBuffalo Sabres“Byram's previous team.”organizationChicago Blackhawks“NHL team that signed the contract.”personKyle Davidson“General Manager of the Chicago Blackhawks.”personBowen Byram“Blackhawks defenseman who signed a six-year contract extension.”personJacob Trouba“Defenseman signed by the San Jose Sharks.”