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Taige Harding Signs Entry-Level Contract With The Chicago Blackhawks
4/1/2025 12:27:00 PM | Men's Ice Hockey
Harding was a third-round pick of the Blackhawks in the 2021 NHL Draft.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Providence College senior defenseman Taige Harding (St. Albert, Alta.) has signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks beginning in the 2025-26 season. Harding will report to the Rockford IceHogs (AHL) on an amateur try-out for the remainder of the 2024-25 season. Harding was a third-round selection (91st overall) of Chicago in the 2021 NHL Draft.
Harding appeared in all 37 games for the Friars in 2024-25, totaling 14 points on two goals and 12 assists. He posted a career-high four assists against Colorado College on Dec. 7. Harding's +9 rating was tied for third on the team while his 30 blocked shots were tied for second on Providence. Harding played in 123 games as a Friar, recording eight goals and 32 assists for 40 points with a +20 rating.
For more updates on the Providence College men's hockey program, follow the team on X & Instagram @FriarsHockey.
Harding appeared in all 37 games for the Friars in 2024-25, totaling 14 points on two goals and 12 assists. He posted a career-high four assists against Colorado College on Dec. 7. Harding's +9 rating was tied for third on the team while his 30 blocked shots were tied for second on Providence. Harding played in 123 games as a Friar, recording eight goals and 32 assists for 40 points with a +20 rating.
For more updates on the Providence College men's hockey program, follow the team on X & Instagram @FriarsHockey.
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