The Chicago Blackhawks have called up 19-year-old defenseman Artyom Levshunov from the AHL's Rockford IceHogs, allowing the No. 2 overall pick from the previous NHL draft to gain valuable practice experience during the AHL All-Star break. Levshunov has played 38 games this season, recording three goals and ten assists, but missed the beginning of the season due to a fractured right foot. General manager Kyle Davidson emphasized that this opportunity would aid Levshunov's development, although no game action is expected during this recall.

Additionally, the Blackhawks have placed defenseman Louis Crevier on injured reserve due to concussion protocol. Ryan Donato missed practice for maintenance, but has been a significant contributor with 15 goals and 15 assists in 50 games. The struggling Blackhawks currently sit at the bottom of the league standings, with a dismal record of 4-12-3 over their last 19 games.