Cody Bass was waived by the Blackhawks on Monday, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Bass was waived by the Blackhawks on Monday, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Analysis:

Bass stood little chance of breaking camp with the Blackhawks, who boast considerable depth even on the checking line. Expect Bass to pass through waivers and open the season with AHL Rockford.