Chicago Blackhawks forward Ilya Mikheyev, a pending unrestricted free agent, is generating trade interest as the team struggles this season. The Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens are identified as potential suitors, particularly for Mikheyev’s penalty-killing abilities. While the Canadiens may need to offload a player to acquire him, the Hurricanes could benefit from his style on their third line. Despite trade chatter, the Blackhawks might also consider extending Mikheyev’s contract, making his future uncertain.
