Winger Skille Recalled By Blackhawks
February 27, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Rockford IceHogs News Release
Chicago, Ill.- Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Dale Tallon announced on Friday that the National Hockey League club has recalled right wing Jack Skille from the Rockford IceHogs.
In his second professional season, the 21-year-old is third on the IceHogs with 16 goals and ranks fourth with 38 points in 47 games. The Madison, Wis. native appeared in Chicago's first six games in 2008-09, notching one goal and five penalty minutes before being assigned to Rockford on Oct. 21.
Skille played in 16 games with the Blackhawks in 2007-08, finishing with three goals and two assists. He also racked up 16 goals and 18 assists in 59 contests with Rockford en route to being named the team's 2007-08 Rookie of the Year.
Prior to turning pro, Skille spent two seasons at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2005-07), recording 38 points (21g-17a) and 47 penalty minutes in 65 games. He was a member of the Badgers 2006 NCAA National Championship team.
Next Game: Friday, Feb. 27 vs. Houston Aeros. The IceHogs drop the puck with the Aeros at 7:35 p.m. for the first of three trips to Texas in 2008-09. It is the third of six meetings between Rockford and Houston on the season.
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