Matt Grzelcyk - NHL News & Rumors

Snaps slump with helper Grzelcyk registered an assist and went plus-2 in Wednesday's 3-0 win over the Rangers.

Impact Grzelcyk had gone 13 games without a point entering Wednesday. The 31-year-old defenseman has largely disappointed to begin his Chicago tenure, earning a mere five assists in 30 contests just one year after his 40-point effort in 82 games for the Penguins. However, Grzelcyk could claim some extra time on the second power-play unit while Sam Rinzel is with AHL Rockford.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet on offense Grzelcyk's point drought reached 10 games in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Grzelcyk was involved in a goal, but it was a Vegas tally that bounced in off of his body. The 31-year-old defenseman has been a steady part of the Blackhawks' lineup, which has often included seven blueliners, but he's been on the third pairing with inconsistent power-play usage. That hasn't been a recipe for success, as he's now at four assists, a plus-9 rating, 31 shots on net, 22 blocked shots, 12 hits and 12 PIM through 26 outings overall.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Bertuzzi's third-period hat trick leads Blackhawks past Canucks 5-2

Tyler Bertuzzi scored three goals in the third period for his fourth career hat trick and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-2

NOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press

Snags helper in win Grzelcyk registered an assist and went plus-2 in Wednesday's 8-3 win over the Blues.

Impact Grzelcyk got on the scoresheet for the first time as a Blackhawk when he set up a Lukas Reichel goal in the first period. The 31-year-old Grzelcyk has filled a bottom-four role with some power-play time, and his ice time has been further trimmed by the Blackhawks often opting to dress seven blueliners. He's added six blocked shots, five shots on net and a plus-4 rating, so he should continue to be an effective veteran role player this year. However, he'll likely be a few levels below the performance that saw him earn 40 points in 82 games with the Penguins last year.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Former Bruins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk gets one-year deal from Blackhawks - The Boston Globe The Charlestown native, who had been in Chicago training camp on a personal tryout agreement, inked a one-year, $1 million deal.

OCTOBER 6 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk agrees to a 1-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks

Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk has made the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $1 million, one-year contract with the team

OCTOBER 6 • Associated Press

Matt Grzelcyk finally signs a new deal on Sunday. After failing to secure a contract this summer, Matt Grzelcyk finally signs a new deal.

OCTOBER 6 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Deadspin | D Matt Grzelcyk signs 1-year contract with Blackhawks Deadspin | D Matt Grzelcyk signs 1-year contract with Blackhawks

OCTOBER 5 • DEADSPIN.COM

Blackhawks Sign Matt Grzelcyk, Make Significant Roster Decisions The Chicago Blackhawks finished the preseason on Saturday, and they are leaving for Sunrise on Sunday. The Stanley Cup champion Florida Pant...

OCTOBER 5 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Blackhawks Sign 40-Point Defenseman The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that they have signed Matt Grzelcyk to a one-year, $1 million contract for the 2025-26 season.

OCTOBER 5 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Earns one-year deal Grzelcyk signed a one-year, $1 million contract with Chicago on Sunday, Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports.

Impact Grzelcyk attended training camp with the Blackhawks on a professional tryout agreement and earned a standard contract before the start of the 2025-26 campaign. The 31-year-old blueliner supplied one goal, 39 assists, 94 shots on net and 101 blocked shots across 82 regular-season games with Pittsburgh in 2024-25. Grzelcyk will likely have a depth role with the Blackhawks this campaign, which could result in a decrease in his offensive numbers.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks Sign Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (Report) - Bleacher Nation Before boarding the team charter to Florida to start the regular season, the Chicago Blackhawks added a veteran to their blue line group.

OCTOBER 5 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Where the Blackhawks' roster battles stand entering the last week of training camp Four defensemen — prospects Ethan Del Mastro, Kevin Korchinski and Nolan Allan and veteran Matt Grzelcyk — could be competing for one NHL jo...

SEPTEMBER 29 • SUNTIMES.COM

Five NHL Teams That Could Be A Good Fit For Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk Despite Blackhawks PTO After months of waiting for the right offer in the UFA market this off-season, defenseman Matt Grzelcyk signed a PTO with the Chicago Blackh...

SEPTEMBER 20 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Blackhawks Coach Provides Matt Grzelcyk Update Matt Grzelcyk is currently on a professional tryout (PTO) with the Chicago Blackhawks. With this, the 31-year-old defenseman is certainly ai...

SEPTEMBER 19 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Matt Grzelcyk Has Experience Playing With Elite NHL Players There are a lot of reasons to keep Matt Grzelcyk beyond his training camp PTO. The Chicago Blackhawks lack veteran depth on the blue line an...

SEPTEMBER 17 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Lands PTO with Hawks Grzelcyk is set to join the Blackhawks at training camp on a professional tryout agreement, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports Tuesday.

Impact Grzelcyk racked up 40 points in 82 regular-season games with the Penguins last season, a career high number that included another personal best in 15 power-play assists. As such, it's a little surprising to see the 31-year-old blueliner having to go the PTO route ahead of the 2025-26. Given his offensive numbers last year, it's hard to envision a scenario in which Grzelcyk doesn't land an NHL deal prior to Opening Night, whether in Chicago or elsewhere.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Penguins Rumors: 3 Teams Who Could Sign Matt Grzelcyk The Pittsburgh Penguins are entering the off-season with multiple pending free agents, and defenseman Matt Grzelcyk is the most notable. The...

JUNE 22 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Penguins Rumors: Pittsburgh Has Clear Target In Sabres Star The Pittsburgh Penguins have multiple areas on their roster that they should be aiming to improve if they hope to be more competitive during...

JUNE 21 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Picks up pair of assists Grzelcyk notched two assists, two hits, two blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Capitals.

Impact Grzelcyk had four assists over the last three contests. The 31-year-old defenseman was quite successful on offense in his first year with the Penguins, earning a career-high 40 points (one goal, 39 assists) while playing in all 82 games for the first time. He added 94 shots on net, 101 blocked shots, 43 hits and a minus-6 rating. Grzelcyk played on a one-year contract this season, and his career year should generate quite a market if he gets to free agency.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Two helpers in Friday's win Grzelcyk notched two power-play assists, two blocked shots and two PIM in Friday's 4-2 win over the Devils.

Impact Grzelcyk had gone three games without a point, but he has seven assists over his last 10 outings. Four of those helpers have come on the power play as he continues to contribute more than expected in that situation. For the season, the blueliner is at one goal, 37 assists, 15 power-play points, 92 shots on net, 97 blocked shots, 40 hits and a minus-7 rating over 80 appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Crosby, Malkin help Penguins rally from 2 goals down to beat Devils 4-2

Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin each had a goal and an assist as the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied from two goals down and beat the New Jersey Devils 4-2

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Notches power-play assist Grzeclyk recorded a power-play assist, two shots on goal and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Blues.

Impact Grzelcyk has been fantastic with five helpers over his last six games. The 31-year-old defenseman is up to 36 points on the year, 10 better than any season in his career, thanks in part to playing in a career-best 76 games. He's produced 13 of his 35 helpers with the man advantage while adding 83 shots on net, 93 blocked shots, 37 hits and a minus-10 rating in his first year with the Penguins.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Generates helper in win Grzeclyk notched an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 6-3 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Grzelcyk was the only Pittsburgh defenseman to get on the scoresheet Friday. He kept the puck in and fed Sidney Crosby for a goal at 15:31 of the second period, which stretched the Penguins' lead to 5-2. Grzelcyk has three assists over 10 outings in March, and he's logged a career-best total of 32 points with 77 shots on net, 88 blocked shots and a minus-4 rating over 71 appearances this season.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Chips in with power-play helper Grzelcyk notched a power-play assist, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Wild.

Impact Grzelcyk has three helpers over his last six outings, though this was his first power-play point since Jan. 17 versus the Sabres. The 31-year-old has carved out a role on the second power-play unit to help boost his offense in a career year. He's earned career highs in assists (30) and points (31) while adding 77 shots on net, 79 blocked shots and a minus-10 rating through 66 appearances.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

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Bertuzzi's third-period hat trick leads Blackhawks past Canucks 5-2

Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk agrees to a 1-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks

Crosby, Malkin help Penguins rally from 2 goals down to beat Devils 4-2