Carcillo split the previous regular season between the two Stanley Cup finalists, the Los Angeles Kings and the New York Rangers. He played for the Blackhawks' championship team in 2013 and was with the Philadelphia Flyers when they lost to Chicago in the 2010 Stanley Cup finals.
Carcillo had four goals and an assist in 57 games last season. He also racked up 121 hits and 100 penalty minutes, including six fighting majors.
The Blackhawks made the announcement on Friday.
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