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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.

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Recap: Blackhawks get back on track with dominant 4-0 win in Utah

After the Hawks’ loss to the Colorado Avalanche, head coach Jeff Blashill and captain Nick Foligno said the teams needs more secondary scoring. In Sunday’s 4-0 victory over the Utah Mammoth, they got goals from their secondary scorers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 1

Depth Scoring Comes Through in Blackhawks 4-0 Shutout Over the Mammoth

The Chicago Blackhawks finally got a win after losing two in a row following the Olympic break. After two tough losses, a 4-0 shutout over the Utah Mammoth (Mar.

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.

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NHL News / The Rink / March 1

Recap: Bedard scores 25th, Colorado wins 3-1 behind Makar two-goal effort

The Colorado Avalanche (39-10-9) beat the Chicago Blackhawks (22-28-9) 3-1 behind a pair of goals from defenseman Cale Makar at Ball Arena on Saturday night.

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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 / 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 / Last Word On Sports / March 1

NHL Predictions: March 1st Chicago Blackhawks vs Utah Mammoth

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Ryan Greene News / The Hockey Writers / March 1

Blackhawks’ Ryan Greene Finding Success in Rookie Season

We knew before the Chicago Blackhawks’ 2025-26 season started that numerous young prospects would be given opportunities to prove their worth, and get a taste of the NHL.

Connor Murphy 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.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 28

NHL Predictions: February 28, Chicago Blackhawks vs Colorado Avalanche

Tonight, the Chicago Blackhawks continue their road trip by taking on the Colorado Avalanche. Welcome back to a post-Olympic edition of NHL Predictions!

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / February 27

Chicago Blackhawks considered as sellers heading into NHL Trade Deadline

The Chicago Blackhawks are not having the season they were hoping for when the NHL Trade Deadline approached. As things currently look, they are sitting in one of the top spots for the 2026 NHL Draft as they are unable to secure many points.

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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / February 26

Blackhawks’ Notes Before Their Regular Season Resumes

Hey, remember the Chicago Blackhawks? The Original Six franchise based in Chicago, Illinois? They last played on Feb. 4 but are now returning to game action after the Olympic break.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Blackhawks: Counting down to the trade deadline

The NHL trade deadline is approaching fast and the Chicago Blackhawks will likely make a few moves. There are no expectations for blockbuster transactions, as they have no crippling cap deals to unload or high-value veterans to trade for mass draft capital.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 26

NHL Predictions: February 26th, Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators

Welcome back to a post-Olympic edition of NHL Predictions! In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks head to Music City to take on the Nashville Predators.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 21

Blackhawks sign Olivier Rodrigue to one-year contract

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Saturday that they have signed goalie Olivier Rodrigue to a one-year, two-way contract for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Nick Foligno News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 21

Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno isn’t opposed to being traded to contender

Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno hasn’t been past the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in his nearly two-decade National Hockey League career — but he could get another opportunity ahead of the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 18

Blackhawks Recall Kevin Korchinski, Sam Rinzel

The Blackhawks announced Wednesday that they’ve recalled defense prospects Kevin Korchinski and Sam Rinzel from AHL Rockford. Defenseman Wyatt Kaiser was placed on injured reserve retroactive to Feb.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Rumors / February 18

NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks – Deadline to the Draft to Training Camp Battles

Scott Powers of The Athletic: (mailbag) If the Chicago Blackhawks trade forward Ilya Mikhayev at the trade deadline, it’s unlikely that they re-sign him in the offseason.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 17

1 player Blackhawks must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The Chicago Blackhawks looked to have made some progress this season. And to some extent, they have. Goaltender Spencer Knight is fifth in the NHL for WAR among goalies, according to Evolving Hockey.

Connor Bedard News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16

Insider Declares Connor Bedard-Macklin Celebrini Debates Over

Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini have and always will be compared as first-overall picks taken in consecutive drafts (2023, 2024), tasked with turning things around for two franchises that needed someone to save them.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13

Bad News for Carter Hart? Golden Knights Not Willing to Wait

When the Vegas Golden Knights signed Carter Hart to a two-year, $4 million deal, the move was framed as a low-risk gamble with potential upside. Fresh off his acquittal in the Hockey Canada trial and nearly two years removed from the NHL, Hart was looking for a fresh start.

Connor Murphy News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

7 Teams Seen as Trade Fits for Blackhawks’ Best Available Defenseman

Connor Murphy is a name fans should watch for out of Chicago. Nothing is happening during the Olympic break, but as teams roll into the March 6 trade deadline, that date is shaping up to be a busy one for the Chicago Blackhawks.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 8

Trade Deadline Primer: Chicago Blackhawks

With the Olympic break now upon us, the trade deadline is less than a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make?