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Blackhawks lock up defenseman Alex Vlasic with six-year deal

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CHICAGO -- 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.

The team announced the move Thursday. The contract runs through the 2029-30 season with a $4.6 million salary-cap hit.

"Alex made enormous strides this year and proved he is a legitimate top-four defenseman in the NHL," general manager Kyle Davidson said in a release.