The Chicago Blackhawks have temporarily reassigned forward Dominic Toninato to their American Hockey League affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs, in a procedural move ahead of a five-day break in the team’s schedule. The decision delays Toninato’s waiver eligibility, allowing the Blackhawks to manage their roster flexibility before their next game. Tonight, he is set to play against the Grand Rapids Griffins, marking his first action with the IceHogs under this assignment. The move reflects standard NHL roster adjustments during off-days.

According to a team announcement, the Chicago Blackhawks have assigned forward Dominic Toninato to the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs. Toninato is expected to play for the IceHogs tonight against the Grand Rapids Griffins. It’s a procedural move by the Blackhawks. With a five-day break until their next contest, Chicago has chosen to delay Toninato’s waiver eligibility. […]