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Logs power-play helper Vlasic recorded a power-play assist, two shots on goal and five blocked shots in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Ducks.

Impact Vlasic has helpers in back-to-back games for the second time this season. He's earned five assists over his last seven outings and a total of seven helpers through 13 contests overall. The 23-year-old isn't just producing decent offense -- he has added 12 shots on net, 36 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating in a top-four role. The presence of Seth Jones limits Vlasic to the second power-play unit, but it's not hampering the youngster's performance.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Adds assist Saturday Vlasic recorded an assist, two hits and four blocked shots in Saturday's 4-3 shootout win over the Kings.

Impact Vlasic saw a season-high 27:07 of ice time in the contest. He's picked up four assists over his last six games, and he now has a total of six helpers through 12 outings this season. The 23-year-old has added 10 shots on net, 31 blocked shots, nine hits and an even plus-minus rating while seeing steady top-four usage and power-play time. If Vlasic continues at this scoring pace, he's worth a look in most fantasy formats.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Helpers in consecutive contests Vlasic logged an assist in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Predators.

Impact Vlasic has a helper in each of the last two games, giving him a total of four assists through eight contests. The 23-year-old defenseman was promoted to the top power-play unit this week, which gives him a little more upside on offense. He's produced seven shots on net, six hits, 19 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating while consistently playing top-four minutes at even strength.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Posts assist in loss Vlasic notched an assist in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Canucks.

Impact Vlasic started the game on the third pairing, but he ended up leading all Chicago skaters with 23:34 of ice time. The defenseman has a minus-4 rating so far, but he's also earned three assists, seven shots on net and 19 blocked shots while seeing power-play time. Vlasic has some appeal in deeper formats due to his defensive contributions, and he'll likely be in a top-four role more often than not.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Snags power-play assist Vlasic registered a power-play assist and blocked four shots in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Oilers.

Impact Vlasic did his defensive diligence and also contributed on offense by setting up Teuvo Teravainen's second goal of the game. Through three contests, Vlasic has two helpers, three shots on net, two hits and seven blocked shots. The 23-year-old blueliner is maintaining a top-four role, and if his offense is steady, he could be an option for fantasy managers in deeper formats.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs helper in loss Vlasic posted an assist and three blocked shots in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to Utah.

Impact Nick Foligno tipped in a Vlasic shot at 4:48 of the third period to get the Blackhawks within a goal. Vlasic produced 16 points, 148 blocked shots and a minus-4 rating over 76 contests last season, which was solid production for the low-scoring Blackhawks. The 23-year-old blueliner is set to fill a top-four role this season, but he'll have to get more involved on offense to be an option for most fantasy managers.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Blackhawks sign defenseman Alex Vlasic to six-year extension The Chicago Blackhawks signed Alex Vlasic to a six-year extension, keeping the young defenseman under contract through the 2029-30 season, t...

APRIL 25 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Blackhawks agree to a 6-year contract with defenseman Alex Vlasic

The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a six-year contract with defenseman Alex Vlasic, rewarding one of their best young players with a long-term deal

APRIL 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signs six-year contract Vlasic signed a six-year, $27.6 million contract extension on Wednesday, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 22-year-old blueliner managed two goals, 14 assists, 56 hits and 148 blocked shots in 76 appearances this season. He played against all the top lines as he was part of the No. 1 pairing, alongside Seth Jones. Expect 25-30 points from Vlasic next season, making him a fringe fantasy asset in deeper pools.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 22 • YOUTUBE

Helps out on power play Vlasic notched a power-play assist, two shots on goal, four hits and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Coyotes.

Impact Vlasic had just one goal in all of February, but he's already picked up a pair of helpers over three games in March. The defenseman doesn't typically see much power-play time, but he was on the ice at the tail end of one and was able to help out on Jason Dickinson's second-period tally. Vlasic is at 13 points, 52 shots on net, 43 hits, 109 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating over 56 appearances in a top-four role this season.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up helper Vlasic logged an assist and three blocked shots in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Blue Jackets.

Impact Vlasic snapped an eight-game point drought with a helper on Ryan Donato's third-period tally. The 22-year-old Vlasic hasn't shown a ton of offense with 12 points over 55 appearances, but he's been steady defensively. The blueliner has added 48 shots on net, 107 blocked shots and a minus-5 rating -- solid numbers while playing for a team that's getting heavily outscored on a near-nightly basis.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps doing his part Vlasic scored in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Rangers.

Impact Vlasic went top shelf to open the scoring in the contest. The 22-year-old has a pair of goals to complement nine assists and a plus-3 rating through 46 games. While that likely isn't enough to appease most fantasy managers, it's a promising output for the young defenseman's future prospects. After all, the 22-year-old seems to be holding his own both offensively and defensively, despite Chicago's current standing as the lowest-ranked team, and one that has an unsightly minus-74 goal differential.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 4 • SUNTIMES.COM

Generates assist in return Vlasic recorded an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 2-1 overtime win over the Jets.

Impact Vlasic missed four games with an upper-body injury before the holiday break. He logged 20:16 of ice time Wednesday, so he appears good to handle a top-four role at even strength going forward. The 22-year-old blueliner is up to seven points, 29 shots on net, 53 blocked shots and a plus-7 rating through 28 appearances this season. His limited offense likely keeps him on the waiver wire in most fantasy formats.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday Vlasic (upper body) is expected to play Wednesday versus Winnipeg, per Scott Powers of The Athletic.

Impact Vlasic missed Chicago's previous four games because of the injury. He has a goal, six points, 19 hits and 51 blocks in 27 outings this season. Vlasic's return is likely to result in Louis Crevier being a healthy scratch Wednesday.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Blues Vlasic (upper body) won't play Saturday against St. Louis, according to Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Impact Vlasic will miss his fourth straight contest. He has produced six points, 29 shots on goal, 51 blocked shots and 19 hits across 27 outings this season. When he is able to return, Isaak Phillips or Louis Crevier could be sent back to AHL Rockford.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Vlasic (upper body) will not play Friday against Montreal, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vlasic has now missed three consecutive games and it's unclear when the team expects him to return. On a positive note, he's been skating on his own. Chicago plays in St. Louis on Saturday and will then be off until Wednesday against Winnipeg.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Vlasic (upper body) skated on his own, per Charlie Roumeliotis of NBC Sports Chicago, but isn't expected to play Tuesday versus Colorado.

Impact It's unclear at this time if Vlasic will be available to return before the Christmas break. Coach Luke Richardson said Tuesday that Vlasic is ahead of Seth Jones (shoulder), who will likely miss the next three contests, in his recovery. Vlasic has six points, 29 shots on goal, 51 blocked shots and 19 hits across 27 outings this season.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Vlasic (upper body) won't play Sunday against Vancouver, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.

Impact After he was originally deemed a game-time decision, Vlasic will now miss Sunday's contest with an upper-body injury. The 22-year-old blueliner has a goal and five assists in 27 games with Chicago this season. Wyatt Kaiser will slot into the lineup in Vlasic's absence.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Sunday Vlasic (upper body) will be a game-time decision Sunday against the Canucks, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Impact After missing practice Saturday, Vlasic's status for Sunday's matchup in Vancouver is now in question. With Seth Jones (upper body) already ruled out, the Blackhawks would need to recall an additional defender if Vlasic ultimately can't play.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Saturday Vlasic (upper body) didn't practice Saturday, per Scott Powers of The Athletic.

Impact Vlasic left Thursday's game against Seattle due to "precautionary reasons." Chicago will likely need to bring up an additional defenceman if the injury keeps Vlasic out Sunday against Vancouver. The 22-year-old blueliner has a goal and six points through 27 games this season.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes precautionary exit Vlasic was dealing with soreness and exited Thursday's game versus the Kraken for precautionary reasons in the third period, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports.

Impact It doesn't sound like the Blackhawks are overly concerned about Vlasic's status, so there's reason to be optimistic he'll be able to play Sunday versus the Canucks. If Vlasic can't go, Seth Jones (upper body) could be an option to replace him in the lineup.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pots first goal of season Vlasic scored a goal and added two PIM in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Blues.

Impact Vlasic has two points over his last three contests after going 13 games without a point following his two-game absence due to a concussion. The 22-year-old defenseman hadn't scored since the 2021-22 campaign. He's been a regular in the lineup full-time this season, racking up five points, 27 shots on net, 45 blocked shots and a plus-10 rating over 24 appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Blackhawks agree to a 6-year contract with defenseman Alex Vlasic