Blackhawks and Hitmen waited until the final of the LTP playoffs to announce the first deal of the 2011/2012 season, the deal is as follows:
Hitmen Receive:
Gustavsson, J (G)
5th Round Draft Pick (Blackhawks)
FOR
Blackhawks Receive:
Stempniak, L (G)
4th Round Draft Pick (Hitmen)