Chicago Blackhawks sign veteran defenseman Ian Cole to one-year deal

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed 37‑year‑old defenseman Ian Cole to a one‑year contract. Cole spent the past two seasons with the Utah Mammoth before returning to the NHL, marking his tenth team in the league.

Chicago hopes his veteran presence will add leadership and depth to a young defensive corps. The deal gives Cole a chance to prove his worth at the highest level for another season.