Bryan Bickell was traded by the only team he has ever known on Wednesday.

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The 30-year-old was shipped form the Chicago Blackhawks to the Carolina Hurricanes in a deal along with Teuvo Teravainen for two draft picks. In parting fashion, Bickell released a statement Wednesday night thanking the organization and the city for being his second home.

Bickell concludes his chapter with the Blackhawks having notched 65 goals and 135 points in 384 games.

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