Apr 12, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Ethan Del Mastro (38) controls the puck on his first NHL shift in the first period against the Nashville Predators at United Center. Photo: Jamie Sabau/USA TODAY Sports

Blackhawks Assign Ethan Del Mastro to Rockford IceHogs

Originally posted on On Tap Sports Net
By Steve Kwiatkowski | Last updated Apr 11, 2025 5:16 PM ET

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on April 11 that defenseman Ethan Del Mastro has been assigned to the Rockford IceHogs. The assignment comes as the IceHogs begin to prepare for the AHL playoffs.

#Blackhawks assign defenseman Ethan Del Mastro to AHL’s Rockford IceHogs to prepare for the playoffs.
— Charlie Roumeliotis (@CRoumeliotis) April 11, 2025

Del Mastro played 24 games with the Blackhawks this season. He has scored two goals and added four assists. At 5-on-5, Del Mastro has a giveaway rate of 3.52/60 (7th highest on the team) and a takeaway rate of .85/60. He also has a 48% Corsi (third-best on the team) and a 48% expected goals share (second-best). His ability to get involved in the offensive zone makes him an interesting player.

The 22-year-old was drafted in the fourth round in 2021, and his entry-level contract will expire in 2026. Del Mastro has been assigned to Rockford on three separate occasions this season and was last called up from Rockford on March 7.

This article first appeared on On Tap Sports Net and was syndicated with permission.

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