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Blackhawks’ Last 18 Games Are Important for Jeff Blashill

The 2026 Trade Deadline has passed, and the Chicago Blackhawks have just 18 games left in their season. With the Blackhawks comfortably out of the playoff picture, games may seem somewhat meaningless to some fans.

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Blackhawks Reassign Drew Commesso

The Blackhawks are sending goaltender Drew Commesso back to AHL Rockford, per Tracey Myers of NHL.com. He had been recalled under emergency conditions over the weekend after Spencer Knight was sidelined with an illness, but he’s now cleared to return and will be available for tomorrow’s road outing against the Mammoth.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / March 11

Grading Every Chicago Blackhawks Move at 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

With the trade deadline behind us, NHL rosters are pretty much set in stone as we approach the playoffs. The Blackhawks have had a lot of movement this season, so let’s take an opportunity to analyze the trades they have made.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 10

Frank Nazar Wins It In OT 3-2 Against Mammoth

For the second time since the Olympic break, the Chicago Blackhawks got the better of the Utah Mammoth, grinding out a 3-2 overtime victory on Monday at United Center.

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Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL Trade Talk / March 10

Mangiapane takes subtle jab at Oilers: Happy to 'get out'

It was tough sledding for Andrew Mangiapane in Edmonton. Signed as a free agent this past summer, the fit seemed strong in the first few games, but his production dropped off a cliff by around game five of the season, and he never became the goal scorer the Oilers were hoping he would be.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / The Rink / March 10

Recap: Blackhawks take down Mammoth at home 3-2

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Monday night’s action against the Utah Mammoth having a rough start to March. They carried a 1-1-2 record thus far, with two tough overtime losses to the Dallas Stars and Winnipeg Jets.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 10

Blackhawks’ Oliver Moore Out Multiple Weeks

The Blackhawks will be without center Oliver Moore for at least a “couple of weeks” due to an undisclosed injury, head coach Jeff Blashill said last night (via Tab Bamford of Bleacher Nation).

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / March 10

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Bertuzzi, Burakovsky, Murray, Mikheyev, Nazar & More

The trade deadline has come and gone, and the Chicago Blackhawks are now officially in the last quarter of their 2025-26 season. There have been a lot of big changes with the deadline, including losing their entire leadership group in captain Nick Foligno and alternate captains Connor Murphy and Jason Dickinson.

Oliver Moore News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 10

Blackhawks’ Oliver Moore gets grim injury outlook after Mammoth clash

The Chicago Blackhawks secured a dramatic 3–2 overtime victory over the Utah Mammoth at the United Center. However, the win was overshadowed by a concerning injury update regarding rookie forward Oliver Moore.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / March 9

Frank Nazar tallies in OT as Blackhawks rally past Mammoth

Frank Nazar scored on the power play 2:36 into overtime and Connor Bedard had two assists to lift the host Chicago Blackhawks to a 3-2 victory against the Utah Mammoth on Monday.

Sacha Boisvert News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 8

Blackhawks Expected To Sign Sacha Boisvert After College Season Ends

While the Blackhawks will be missing the playoffs once again this season, there could still be roster reinforcements coming down the stretch. Top prospect

NHL News / The Rink / March 8

Recap: Blackhawks fall to Stars 4-3 in overtime

The Chicago Blackhawks played the Dallas Stars in a Sunday matinee. The Hawks game into the game after losing 6-3 to the Vancouver Canucks. Meanwhile, the Stars were coming into this contest following 5-4 shootout loss to Colorado.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / March 8

Blackhawks’ Oliver Moore leaves game against Stars with injury

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on social media that forward Oliver Moore left Sunday’s game against the Dallas Stars with an injury and would not return.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 7

Chicago Blackhawks receive surprising grade for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline moves

The Chicago Blackhawks were one of the most active teams during the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, making a few trades to get future assets. Depending on how you look at it, they did well acquiring draft picks and freeing up cap space, but the talent on the roster makes things a bit less attractive.

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Jeff Blashill News / Breakaway on SI / March 7

Blackhawks' Jeff Blashill Reflects on Impact of Departed Veterans

With the market heating up ahead of today's trade deadline, the Blackhawks were among the teams making some significant moves. The franchise already traded away veterans Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach on March 4, while longtime defenseman Connor Murphy was traded earlier this week, on March 2.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 7

Chicago Blackhawks considered losers for NHL Trade Deadline moves

The Chicago Blackhawks have been one of the most active teams before Friday’s NHL Trade Deadline hit. They officially hit the rebuild button by trading away multiple veteran players on the roster, and are looking to rebuild the franchise in the draft.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Total Apex Sports / March 7

Chicago Blackhawks Legend Troy Murray Dies At 63

There’s a certain kind of person who makes every room a little warmer. Not the loudest guy in the place, not the one demanding attention. Just someone whose presence you feel, and whose absence hits harder than you ever expected.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / March 7

Stanley Cup champion Troy Murray passes away at 63

Stanley Cup champion and Frank J. Selke Trophy winner Troy Murray has passed away at the age of 63. Murray passed away on Saturday after a nearly five-year battle with cancer.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / March 7

Blackhawks broadcaster, ex-forward Troy Murray dies at 63

Former Chicago forward and longtime Blackhawks broadcaster Troy Murray died on Saturday after a long battle with cancer. He was 63. "The Chicago Blackhawks are deeply heartbroken today as we mourn the loss of Troy Murray, our beloved 'Muzz,' and our love and support go out to his family," team chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz said in a statement.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 7

Chicago Blackhawks legend Troy Murray passes away

Sad news struck Chicago Blackhawks nation Saturday morning with the passing of former center Troy Murray. He was 63 years old and was fighting a long battle with cancer.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Assessing the Blackhawks Trade Deadline Moves, & What It Means for the Future

It’s been a very, very busy week for the Chicago Blackhawks. The trade deadline has come and gone, and the rebuilding Blackhawks were sellers once again.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / March 6

Blackhawks Star Looking Ahead to Matchup with Former Captain

Connor Bedard acknowledged the bittersweet reality of facing former captain Nick Foligno when Chicago Blackhawks meet the Minnesota Wild later this month.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / March 5

Oilers acquire Jason Dickinson, Colby Dach from Blackhawks

In the second trade between the Blackhawks and Oilers this week, Edmonton acquired forwards Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach in exchange for forward Andrew Mangiapane and a conditional 2027 first-round pick Wednesday.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Oilers GM Stan Bowman doesn’t expect team to make any more significant trades

One of the certified playoff contenders out west might be done making moves. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman stated that he seems willing to stand pat, trying to put together any more deals heading into the trade deadline.

Connor Bedard News / Breakaway on SI / March 4

Connor Bedard Earns Blackhawks Alternate Captain Patch

Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks will officially wear the "A" for the rest of the season. The young Blackhawks star was seen sporting the alternate captain patch against the Winnipeg Jets in wake of Connor Murphy's trade.