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Blackhawks Coach Reacts to Connor Bedard's Unsportsmanlike Conduct Penalty vs. Kraken

A late penalty to Connor Bedard helped swing the game in the Seattle Kraken’s favor on Thursday night, ending the Chicago Blackhawks’ six-game point streak with a 3–2 loss at United Center.

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Blackhawks announce return of black alternate jersey

The Chicago Blackhawks are bringing back a fan favorite. The team announced Friday they will be bringing back their black alternate jerseys as the franchise celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Connor Bedard's Unfiltered Message After Head Hit on Andre Burakovsky

The Chicago Blackhawks lost more than just the game on Thursday night against the Seattle Kraken. Midway through the first period, Chicago forward Andre Burakovsky was knocked out of action after taking a shoulder to the head from Seattle’s Ryan Lindgren.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / November 21

Blackhawks Announce Return of Alternate Jersey

The Chicago Blackhawks are celebrating 100 years in the NHL, and the campaign is off to a strong start. The team is 10-6-4, good for 24 points and one of the Wild Card spots in the Western Conference.

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Andre Burakovsky News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Blackhawks’ Andre Burakovsky leaves game vs. Kraken with injury

Chicago Blackhawks forward Andre Burakovsky left Thursday’s game against the Seattle Kraken after being on the receiving end of a huge open-ice check by Ryan Lindgren late in the first period.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard takes accountability for critical unsportsmanlike penalty

Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks could not sustain their momentum from back-to-back wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Calgary Flames, as they ended their four-game home stand with a frustrating 3-2 loss at the hands of the visiting Seattle Kraken at the United Center in Chicago.

Tyler Bertuzzi News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi expected to return to lineup vs. Kraken

A spirited player is set to jump back in the lineup. When speaking to the media, Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill stated that he expects forward Tyler Bertuzzi to play against the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Jeff Blashill explains why Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard received major leadership honor

The Chicago Blackhawks have gotten off to a strong start to the 2025 NHL season, currently sitting at 10-5-4 at this early juncture of the campaign. Former number one overall draft pick Connor Bedard has been excellent to open up the campaign, recently recording an impressive hat trick in the Blackhawks’ win at home over the Calgary Flames.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 19

Young Blackhawks making their mark, aim to keep rolling vs. Kraken

Connor Bedard secured his second hat trick in three weeks on Tuesday with a pair of third-period goals that propelled the Chicago Blackhawks past Calgary.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / November 19

Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard has officially become a superstar

The Chicago Blackhawks have now improved to a 10-5-4 record following Tuesday’s 5-2 win over the Calgary Flames. The Hawks are now 5-0-1 in their last six games.

Connor Bedard News / Daily Faceoff / November 19

Is Connor Bedard a Hart candidate if the Blackhawks make the playoffs?

Fans in the Windy City have been spoiled through the first month of the 2025-26 NHL regular season, as Connor Bedard is playing the best hockey of his career.

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Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / November 19

Connor Bedard wears the ‘A’ on Chicago Blaackhawks sweater for first time

With two members of the Chicago Blackhawks’ leadership group out of the lineup, Connor Bedard stepped onto the ice wearing the “A” on his jersey for the first time in his NHL career.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 19

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard calls out ‘obviously dirty hit’ by Flames’ Adam Klapka

The Chicago Blackhawks beat the Calgary Flames 5-2 on Tuesday thanks to Connor Bedard’s second hat trick. As the former first-overall pick continues to thrive offensively, he has been given a new role.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Dickinson, Foligno, Rinzel & Leadership

The Chicago Blackhawks have a 9-5-4 record this season and have been a pleasant surprise, performing well. They have shown early on to be a resilient team, but, as in any other NHL season, they will face adversity, and their current injury report is significant.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 17

Confident Blackhawks want to keep rolling against last-place Flames

Confidence continues to build within the Chicago Blackhawks' dressing room, a movement that's translating to success. The Blackhawks, who host the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, are riding a 4-0-1 tear over the past five games and collected points in seven of their last nine.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 17

Blackhawks’ Laurent Brossoit resumes skating

Blackhawks goaltender Laurent Brossoit was on the ice today ahead of practice for the first time in well over a year, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Nick Foligno News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Blackhawks' Nick Foligno to miss four weeks with hand injury

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without captain Nick Foligno for the next month, head coach Jeff Blashill told Mario Tirabassi of CHGO Sports. Foligno sustained a hand injury after blocking a shot in Saturday night’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / November 16