Lafferty is a big-bodied player (6-foot-2, 205 pounds) who can help the Blackhawks fill out their lineup in 2025-26. He won't be relied on in a big role, but he will provide depth over a long season.

The Chicago Blackhawks haven’t made much noise this summer, only making three moves: signing Dominic Toninato in free agency ...

CBS Sports HQ The Blackhawks don't appear to be super-active in free agency, which started Tuesday, but they are bringing back a familiar face — acquiring Sam Lafferty from the Buffalo Sabres.

Chicago acquires Sam Lafferty from Buffalo for a 2026 sixth-round pick. — Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) July 1, 2025 ...

Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson can’t quit his Sam Lafferty addiction. Minutes before the opening of free agency Tuesday — albeit a far less exciting, talent-laden free agency than ...

During this past off-season, former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jason Zucker signed a one-year, $5 million contract with the Buffalo Sabres. This was after the 33-year-old winger had a down year ...