Former AHL All-Star Nick Lardis assigned back to the IceHogs by the Chicago Blackhawks

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The IceHogs struggling offense could use some punch. They're getting it. Forward Nick Lardis has been assigned to the IceHogs by the Chicago Blackhawks. Lardis appeared in six games with the Blackhawks this season scoring two points on a pair of assists. He was an AHL All-Star with the IceHogs last season when he delivered 32 points (18g-14a) in 35 games. Lardis is 21 years old. He'll likely suit up for the IceHogs Friday night when the host the Iowa Wild.