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NHL Predictions: March 6, Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks

Welcome back to this edition of NHL Predictions! Tonight, the Chicago Blackhawks take on the Vancouver Canucks. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

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How Blackhawks Are Navigating the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The NHL Trade Deadline is less than 24 hours away (March 6), and the Chicago Blackhawks are already one of the biggest participants. They traded Jason

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 5

Blackhawks, Canucks aspire to more than playing out string

With the final Western Conference playoff spot a long reach from their grasp, maintaining fight and finding success remain more realistic goals for the Chicago Blackhawks and Vancouver Canucks during the final stretch of this season.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 5

Chicago Blackhawks captain calls out NHL for having games during the trade deadline

The NHL schedule has been weird this year due to the Winter Olympics, but one Chicago Blackhawks player thinks there needs to be a permanent change. With the NHL Trade Deadline looming on Friday afternoon, there are a handful of teams that will be preparing to play later in the night to continue their season.

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Kevin Korchinski News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Blackhawks Reassign Kevin Korchinski

The Chicago Blackhawks are again giving one of their better defensive prospects more time to develop in the AHL. The team announced that they’ve reassigned Kevin Korchinski to the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs.

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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 / 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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 5

Chicago Blackhawks could be done making moves before NHL Trade Deadline

The Chicago Blackhawks have been active ahead of Friday’s NHL Trade Deadline, making a few moves to sell pieces off in exchange for draft picks. With this being a seller’s market at the moment, it makes sense for the team to be open to moving players for whom the franchise does not see a future with.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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

How the Connor Murphy Trade Impacts the Blackhawks

We have the Chicago Blackhawks’ first big move of the trade deadline! Connor Murphy is being moved to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for a 2028 second-round pick.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 2

Oilers in Talks to Acquire Connor Murphy from Blackhawks

With five days until the March 6 trade deadline, it appears as if Stan Bowman and the Edmonton Oilers have gotten some business done early. According to Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman, the Oilers are in talks to acquire veteran right-shot defenseman Connor Murphy from 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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 28

Blackhawks’ Connor Murphy breaks silence on trade buzz ahead of deadline

Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy has emerged as a premier trade chip ahead of the March 6 deadline. The 32-year-old veteran is the longest-tenured Blackhawk and a longtime alternate captain, carrying a $4.4 million salary-cap hit on a contract that expires this summer.