Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Marian Hossa being placed on long-term injured reserve by the Blackhawks?
Hossa will not play for the Blackhawks during the 2017-18 season due to injury and will be placed on LTIR. This designation reduces his cap hit from $5.275 million to just $1 million for the season.
What happens if Marian Hossa officially retires before his contract ends?
If Hossa retires, the Blackhawks would face a cap recapture penalty of $3.675 million per year through the 2020-21 season. This penalty exists because he signed a 12-year, $63.3 million contract in 2009 and still has four years remaining.
Could the Blackhawks trade Marian Hossa's contract to another team?
Yes, insider Elliotte Friedman speculated the Hawks could try to trade Hossa to completely rid themselves of his contract. This has been done before, like when the Flyers dealt Chris Pronger to the Coyotes in 2015.
Which teams might be willing to take on Hossa's contract in a trade?
Potential trade partners include teams below the salary floor like the Panthers, Devils, Sabres, Hurricanes, and Coyotes. These teams could afford to take on his contract and might receive draft picks from Chicago to speed up their rebuilding process.
How much are the Blackhawks currently over the salary cap?
The Blackhawks are currently $2.52 million over the $75 million salary cap for the upcoming season. They're allowed to be 10 percent over the cap during summer until the regular season starts.