Report: Blackhawks, Perry reach settlement over contract termination

The Chicago Blackhawks and former forward Corey Perry reached a settlement after the player and NHLPA alleged his contract was improperly terminated, according to Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli.

The Blackhawks are expected to receive a small charge to their salary cap, Seravalli adds. Perry was eligible to file a grievance but didn't.

Chicago signed Perry to a one-year, $4-million deal last June but terminated his contract after only 16 games, citing unacceptable conduct. After taking time off to receive help, Perry signed a one-year pact with the Edmonton Oilers for the remainder of the current season.

The 38-year-old has recorded seven points in 20 games since joining the Oilers.