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Oilers going for fit over flash with Dickinson, Dach acquisitions

The Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks have made two trades this week, as the Oilers look to improve their roster and push for the playoffs, while the Blackhawks have added valuable draft capital.

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Jason Dickinson trade grades for Oilers, Blackhawks

The shock on social media from the Edmonton Oilers sending a first-round pick, along with Andrew Mangiapane, to the Chicago Blackhawks for Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach could be one of the more significant reactions to the 2026 trade deadline.

Ilya Mikheyev News / ChiCitySports / March 5

This Chicago Blackhawks player could be traded ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline

The Chicago Blackhawks are one of the more intriguing teams ahead of Friday’s NHL Trade Deadline. Despite having a team that is in contention for one of the top picks in the draft, they could trade away some players and see what they have with some of their younger talent.

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How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

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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

Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Chicago Blackhawks Trade Away Veteran Forward to Cup Contender

The Chicago Blackhawks have sent veteran centre Jason Dickinson and youngster Colton Dach to the Edmonton Oilers. In return, the Hawks have acquired forward Andrew Mangiapane and a 2027 conditional first-round draft pick.

Jason Dickinson News / The Hockey Writers / March 4

Oilers Acquire Jason Dickinson in 3-Player Trade With Blackhawks

The Edmonton Oilers have acquired Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for Andrew Mangiapane and a 2027 first-round pick.

Jason Dickinson News / ChiCitySports / March 4

Chicago Blackhawks trade Jason Dickinson to the Edmonton Oilers

The Chicago Blackhawks made a trade on Wednesday night as they have traded away another starter while looking towards the future. After a rough 2025-26 season, the Blackhawks front office is looking to acquire draft capital in order to make the team better in the future.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

Report: Oilers acquire Dickinson, Dach from Blackhawks for Mangiapane, pick

Mere days after a trade that sent Connor Murphy from the Windy City to Alberta, the Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks have made another deal ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline.

Jason Dickinson News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Oilers Working on Acquiring Jason Dickinson From the Blackhawks

Two days after connecting on a deal that sent Connor Murphy to Edmonton for a second-round pick in 2028, the Oilers and Blackhawks appear to be nearing another trade.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Oilers Acquire Jason Dickinson, Colton Dach From the Blackhawks

Two days after connecting on a deal that sent Connor Murphy to Edmonton for a second-round pick in 2028, the Oilers and Blackhawks are making another trade.

Jason Dickinson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4

Oilers, Blackhawks Discussing Jason Dickinson Trade

The Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks are discussing a trade that would send veteran center Jason Dickinson to Edmonton, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / March 4

Recap: Blackhawks downed in overtime, lose 3-2 in Winnipeg

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Tuesday night’s action having just won their previous game against the Utah Mammoth. Arvid Soderblom played his best game all season in the shutout, and would get the night off in Manitoba in favor of Spencer Knight.

Ethan Del Mastro News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 3

Blackhawks Recall Ethan Del Mastro

The Blackhawks have recalled defenseman Ethan Del Mastro from AHL Rockford, per Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio 720. He fills the roster spot vacated by yesterday’s trade of Connor Murphy to the Oilers.

Connor Murphy News / The Hockey Writers / March 3

Connor Murphy Will Leave Lasting Impression With the Blackhawks

You never really believe it until it actually happens. But after years of being a top trade target seemingly every deadline and every offseason, defenseman Connor Murphy is officially no longer a member of the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

NHL Predictions: March 3rd, Chicago Blackhawks vs Winnipeg Jets

In this Central Division showdown, the Chicago Blackhawks head north of the border to take on the Winnipeg Jets. Welcome back to this edition of NHL Predictions!

Dominic Basse News / Inside The Rink / March 2

ECHL: Dominic Basse Sign With Tahoe Knight Monsters

The Tahoe Knight Monsters have signed goaltender Dominic Basse to an ECHL contract for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. Basse, 24, is in his rookie year as he’s spent most of the season with the Utah Grizzlies, posting a 5-6-3 record with a 3.81 GAA and a .875 SV% in 14 games.

Connor Murphy News / Daily Faceoff / March 2

Report: Oilers acquire Murphy from Blackhawks for draft pick

According to a report form Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman, the Edmonton Oilers have acquired veteran defenseman Connor Murphy in a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Arvid Soderblom News / Field Level Media / March 1

Arvid Soderblom posts first shutout as Blackhawks beat Mammoth

Arvid Soderblom made 22 saves for his first career shutout and the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Utah Mammoth 4-0 in Salt Lake City on Sunday. It was Soderblom's 104th career game.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / March 1

Blackhawks Forward Top Name to Watch Before Trade Deadline

The Chicago Blackhawks have fallen out of the playoff picture as the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline nears. With just days until it passes, the franchise has officially entered seller mode.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 27

Scuffling Blackhawks, Avalanche hoping for turnaround

The Chicago Blackhawks were scuffling entering the Olympic break, and the three weeks off didn't appear to change their fortunes. Chicago fell 4-2 at Nashville on Thursday night, its seventh loss in the last eight games (1-5-2), and will face a tougher task when it faces the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday in Denver.

Nick Foligno News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 27

Blackhawks, Nick Foligno Discussing Trade Deadline Plans

After a surprising start, the Chicago Blackhawks have fallen out of the playoff conversation over the last few months. That being said, with six pending unrestricted free agents on the roster, they have the option to be a fairly active seller leading up to the trade deadline.