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Blackhawks sign Alexander Salak

Updated: May 31, 2011, 1:22 PM ET
By Jesse Rogers | ESPNChicago.com

The Chicago Blackhawks announced the signings of three players Tuesday, including goaltender Alexander Salak to a two-year deal.

Salak, 24, was acquired on Feb. 9, 2011 in a trade with the Florida Panthers. He played for Farjestad BK in the Swedish Elite League in 2010-11. He ranked second in the league with a 1.97 goals against average and a .926 save percentage.

Sources familiar with the deal say Salak's contract is for $1.2 million or $600,000 per year. Salak's deal is a ...

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