Sacha Boisvert, Boston University (Eliza Nuestro/Boston University Athletics)

Sacha Boisvert Signs Entry-Level Contract With Blackhawks

Originally posted on The Hockey Writers | By Gail Kauchak | Last updated Mar 16, 2026 12:55 PM ET

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Monday (Mar. 16) that they have agreed to a three-year, entry-level contract with forward prospect Sacha Boisvert, which runs through the 2027-28 season ($974,167 cap hit). Selected 18^th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, the 6-foot-3, 185-pound forward is highly touted for his skill and scoring ability, but also brings a physical element to his game. Here’s more on the Blackhawk’s newest addition.

Boisvert’s Background

Boisvert hails from Trois-Rivieres, in Quebec, Canada. He played the 2022-23 and 2023-24 season with the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the USHL. He had a standout 2023-24 season with the Lumberjacks, posting 36 goals and 68 points in 61 games, and added three assists in eight playoff contests with the club. He also served as an alternate captain.

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From there, Boisvert attended the University of North Dakota in the 2024-25 season, posting 18 goals and 32 points in 37 games. This earned him Rookie of the Year honors. The forward then transferred to Boston University for the 2025-26 season.

Time at Boston University

Boivert made the move to BU thinking this was a better option for him after North Dakota’s head coach, Brad Berry, was fired. Berry recruited Boisvert, and he felt a fresh start was in order. But things didn’t exactly go as planned with Boston. He dealt with injuries and recorded some of the lowest stats of his young career, posting just three goals and 17 points in 26 regular season games.

The 19-year-old was involved in some recent controversy, as the forward was a healthy scratch in the opening round game of the Hockey East tournament. It appears Boisvert was late to a team workout, and this wasn’t the first time this had happened.

What Boisvert Brings to the Blackhawks

Nevertheless, Boisvert is a top prospect and will receive a clean slate with the Blackhawks. Now that his collegiate career is over, he will have a chance to get a taste of the NHL before the regular season concludes. With centers Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar being of smaller stature, it’s hoped that Boisvert can bring some size to the future center group. His 200-foot game and physical style of play should also be an asset to the team.

Sacha Boisvert, Boston University (Eliza Nuestro/Boston University Athletics)

Boisvert and the Blackhawks are waiting for his visa to be processed, and then he will begin practicing and playing with the team. They’re hoping it just takes a few days. It will be interesting to see where he slots into the current lineup.

The Blackhawks have games on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday of this week (Mar. 17, 19 and 20), so hopefully Boisvert will be available for one of these contests. Coincidentally, the newest member of the Blackhawks turns 20 on Tuesday, Mar. 17.