Blackhawks, first-round pick Marek Vanacker agree to 3-year deal

(Photo credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports)The Chicago Blackhawks and first-round draft pick Marek Vanacker agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract that runs through the 2026-27 season, the team announced Monday.

The contract carries a $975,000 annual salary cap hit.

Vanacker, 18, was the No. 27 overall pick of June's draft by Chicago.

Playing for the Brantford Bulldogs of the Ontario Hockey Lea