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Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk spent all of last season with the Pittsburgh Penguins and in the offseason, the Penguins decided not to resign him and Grzelcyk was a UFA.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / October 6

Chicago Blackhawks Sign Veteran Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk to One-Year Deal

The Chicago Blackhawks have strengthened their blue line with the addition of veteran defenseman Matt Grzelcyk, announcing on Tuesday that the team has agreed to terms with him on a one-year contract worth $1 million through the 2025–26 NHL season.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / October 6

Around the NHL: Sharks acquire Ryan Ellis, Wild extend Gustavsson, Blackhawks sign Grzelcyk

Welcome to a new season of Around the NHL, as the puck drops on the 2025-26 NHL season on Tuesday. There’s a triple-header lined up with action wisely spread across a few different start times, as Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks kick things off by visiting the back-to-back Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers at 5:00pm est.

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NHL News / ESPN / October 5

Grzelcyk, 31, nets one-year deal from Blackhawks

Veteran defenseman Matt Grzelcyk, 31, has made the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a one-year, $1 million contract with the franchise on Sunday, two days before the club opens the regular season against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 5

Reports: D Matt Grzelcyk signs 1-year contract with Blackhawks

Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk is signing a one-year, $1 million deal with the Chicago Blackhawks, multiple outlets reported Sunday. The 31-year-old veteran posted 40 points last season (one goal, 39 assists) in 82 games in his only season with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 5

Matt Grzelyck Signs New Deal to Officially Join His Third Team

Matt Grzelcyk, a nine-year veteran, is now officially joining his third NHL team. The news comes after having been on a professional tryout with the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Blackhawks sign Matt Grzelcyk to one-year, $1 million contract

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed Matt Grzelcyk to a one-year, $1 million contract. It’s currently not known if this contract comes with any bonuses or clauses.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 5

Blackhawks Sign Veteran Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk to 1-Year Deal

The Chicago Blackhawks have added 31-year-old defenseman Matt Grzelcyk on a one-year, $1 million contract after a successful PTO this preseason. The news was first broken by Scott Powers, and later confirmed by several other sources, including Pierre LeBrun and Elliotte Friedman.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / September 16

Matt Grzelcyk PTO With Chicago Blackhawks Puts Spotlight on RFA Wyatt Kaiser

The Chicago Blackhawks are making headlines with a surprising training camp move: veteran defenseman Matt Grzelcyk has agreed to a professional tryout (PTO) with the team per NHL insider Elliotte Friedman.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Blackhawks bringing best available free agent defenseman to training camp

The Chicago Blackhawks have struggled on the ice in recent years. Chicago is looking for any player that can help them post more victories, in the 2025-26 campaign.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

Matt Grzelcyk Signing a PTO with Chicago Blackhawks

According to Elliotte Friedman, “Hearing Matt Grzelcyk is signing a PTO with Chicago…was surprised to still see him on the market after a 40-point season.” He’s coming off a career year in 82 games last season with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 16

Report: Blackhawks sign Matt Grzelcyk to professional tryout

One of the top available players is going to try his luck in the Windy City. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Chicago Blackhawks are signing defenseman Matt Grzelcyk to a professional tryout.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 16

Blackhawks to sign veteran defenseman to PTO

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / September 6

Maple Leafs May Jump on Opportunity to Add Puck-Moving D-Man

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be poised for another offseason shakeup on the blue line. Despite carrying nine NHL-caliber defensemen, Toronto has been linked to top free agent Matt Grzelcyk, a puck-moving defenseman who could help address the team’s struggles breaking out of their own zone.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 4

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: CBA Impact, Grzelcyk Target & Nylander Noise

In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumours, I’m covering three different storylines around the team. First, could the American Hockey League (AHL) Toronto Marlies’ role under the new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) be morphing?

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / September 1

Canucks Urged to Target Veteran Defenseman Still on NHL Free Agent Market

Matt Grzelcyk has been a solid contributor at the NHL level, and now the Canucks have been urged to sign the 31-year old veteran defenseman. The Vancouver

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Why Matt Grzelcyk remains without a contract

The NHL free agency carousel ended nearly two months ago, with big names like Mitch Marner and Nikolaj Ehlers changing teams. But one defenseman who spent last year with the Pittsburgh Penguins remains without a contract as August winds down.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 25

Assessing the curious case of Matt Grzelcyk

It’s rare for an NHLer to sign a “prove it” deal in free agency, have a career year offensively, and then remain unsigned just a few weeks before training camps start.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Rumors / August 16

NHL Rumors: Waiver Targets for the Edmonton Oilers, and UFA Matt Grzelcyk

Allan Mitchell of The Athletic: The Edmonton Oilers made a couple of waiver claims last season with forward Kasperi Kapanen and defenseman Alec Regula.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Rumors / August 19

Three teams that should have an interest in RFA defenseman Matt Grzelcyk

Allan Mitchell of The Athletic: The Edmonton Oilers made a couple of waiver claims last season with forward Kasperi Kapanen and defenseman Alec Regula.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 13

Best last-minute Matt Grzelcyk destinations in 2025 NHL Free Agency

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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 24

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 21