Blackhawks sign Bowey to 2-year deal

The Chicago Blackhawks inked defenseman Madison Bowey to a two-year deal with an average annual value of $725,000, the team announced Thursday.

The contract is a two-way deal in Year 1 and transitions to a one-way deal ahead of the 2021-22 campaign.

Bowey, 25, recorded three goals and 17 points while averaging 17:54 of ice time over 53 games with the Detroit Red Wings last season.

The Washington Capitals selected the 6-foot-2 rearguard in the second round of the 2013 draft. He's amassed five goals and 39 points over 154 career contests.

Bowey will meet the minimum exposure requirements for the expansion draft by playing one more NHL game. The only Blackhawks defenseman eligible for exposure is Connor Murphy, according to CapFriendly.