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The Chicago Blackhawks signed 2013 fifth-round pick Luke Johnson to a three-year entry-level contract Friday. The move adds intrigue to whether or not 2014 first-round pick Nick Schmaltz will sign with Chicago after two seasons in North Dakota, and if undrafted free agent Drake Caggiula will join him.
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**Hawks regretfully lose valuable title opportunity (SCH)
**Hawks among teams 'in the mix' to sign KHL defenseman Michal Kempny (SCH)
**Report: Senators expected to ask Hawks permission to interview assistant Kevin Dineen (SCH)
**Hawks' free agents: Who should Chicago try to re-sign?