Blackhawks recall Bryan Bickell

The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Bryan Bickell from the AHL's Rockford IceHogs.

The 30-year-old and his cumbersome contract were buried in the minors after Bickell recorded only two assists in 23 games for the Blackhawks this season. He was, however, good for 15 goals and 16 assists in 44 games with Rockford.

A member of the Blackhawks' 2010, 2013, and 2015 Stanley Cup championship teams, Bickell contributed 20 goals in 75 playoff games.

Bickell remains under contract through the end of next season at a cap hit of $4.5 million, but salary matters not in the playoffs, and the Blackhawks appear to be hoping to get something out of him when it matters most.