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Blackhawks Place Joey Anderson on Waivers After Return From Surgery

Chicago would assign the winger to AHL Rockford if he clears by Sunday.

Overview

  • Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported the waiver move on Saturday after Anderson rejoined practice.
  • The 27-year-old missed the start of the season following preseason surgery for a lower-body issue.
  • The waiver period is set to expire at 1 p.m. CT on Sunday, leaving a brief window for any claim.
  • Anderson is on a one-way $800,000 deal for 2025–26 and is slated to become an unrestricted free agent next summer.
  • He recorded one assist in 18 NHL games last season but produced 17 goals and 10 assists in 33 AHL games with Rockford.