The announcement was made that Foligno, whose contract was set to end on July 1st, will be receiving an extension from the Blackhawks.
Foligno's New Role and Salary
In his extended role, Foligno is set to earn $4 million. Moreover, he's expected to play a mentorship role, providing guidance to the Blackhawks' upcoming rookies such as Connor Bedard and Lukas Reichel next year.
Foligno's Experience and Recent Performance
Foligno's NHL journey spans over 1,000 games. His recent performance is worth noting too, having finished off the last season with a commendable 26 points.