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3 Blackhawks Questions Before 2026 NHL Draft

The Chicago Blackhawks were originally entering the 2026 NHL Draft with eight draft picks, and it seemed likely it wasn’t going to stay that way. In the aftermath of the blockbuster trade that brought Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway in from the Buffalo Sabres, the Blackhawks now have six draft picks, and none in the first round (for now).

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What Bowen Byram Will Bring to the Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks and Buffalo Sabres threw the hockey world into a frenzy with their Tuesday blockbuster trade, with the Sabres sending defenseman

Bowen Byram News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 25

Bowen Byram’s 1st comments after trade from Sabres to Blackhawks will fire up fans

Bowen Byram was once the fourth overall selection in the 2019 NHL Draft. Since then, he has been traded twice, including when Byram was traded from the Buffalo Sabres to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for the fourth overall selection in this year’s draft, among other assets.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 24

Takeaways From Blackhawks’ GM Davidson on Byram Trade

The Chicago Blackhawks sent the NHL world ablaze when they made a trade that sent the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, defenseman Louis Crevier, and a 2026 second-round pick in exchange for defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 24

Bowen Byram ready to embrace new chapter with Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks swung a rather bold trade with the Buffalo Sabres ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. Chicago traded the fourth overall pick in the upcoming draft as part of a package to acquire defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Bowen Byram News / Daily Faceoff / June 24

Blackhawks’ Byram hopes to be in Chicago ‘for a long time’

The Chicago Blackhawks took a massive step forward in their rebuilding process on Tuesday when they acquired defenseman Bowen Byram in a blockbuster trade with the Buffalo Sabres.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 24

Bedard on Board: Blackhawks Get Great News Following Bowen Byram Trade

Bowen Byram spoke to the Chicago Blackhawks media on Wednesday, and his comments were music to the ears of Blackhawks fans who looked at Tuesday’s trade and realized the organization gave up a lot to acquire a defenseman who wasn’t signed long-term.

Bowen Byram News / Daily Faceoff / June 24

Bowen Byram is an underwhelming 'big addition' for Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks and general manager Kyle Davidson made an all-in move on Tuesday, acquiring defenseman Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for the No.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / June 24

How Can the Chicago Blackhawks Improve This Offseason?

This offseason, the Chicago Blackhawks need to make moves to ensure a winning season for the young rebuilding team. The big question surrounding the Hawks this offseason is not, “Will they do something?” but rather, “How aggressive will Kyle Davidson be?” The Blackhawks currently have one of the highest-rated prospect pools in the NHL.

Matthew Knies News / ChiCitySports / June 24

Blackhawks’ potential Matthew Knies trade might not be dead just yet

The Chicago Blackhawks pulled off a stunner of a move on Tuesday night, trading the No. 4 overall pick, a second-rounder and defenseman Louis Crevier to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway.

Kevin He News / The Hockey Writers / June 24

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Defensemen

The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the organization had more progress in mind when they embarked on this campaign.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / June 24

Chicago Blackhawks Acquire Bowen Byram for No. 4 Pick, No. 45, and Crevier

The Chicago Blackhawks made a huge deal with the Buffalo Sabres on a Tuesday that has seen a myriad of moves. Chicago acquires former fourth overall pick, defenseman Bowen Byram, and forward Jordan Greenway in exchange for defenseman Louis Crevier, the No.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 23

Chicago Blackhawks on verge of acquiring defenseman

The Chicago Blackhawks are on the verge of making a big trade ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday night. And the move will give them a key defenseman they have been searching for.

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Bowen Byram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24

Chicago Blackhawks acquire Bowen Byram in another blockbuster NHL trade

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has been traded to the Chicago Blackhawks.

Ottawa Senators find Brady Tkachuk replacement with trade for William Eklund

Calgary Flames acquire Simon Nemec in blockbuster trade

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23

NHL to investigate two Texas cities for expansion

Should the NHL find a suitable ownership group, it won’t come cheaply.

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

Andre Burakovsky News / On Tap Sports Net / June 23

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Andre Burakovsky

Before the 2025-26 season, the Chicago Blackhawks acquired Andre Burakovsky from the Seattle Kraken for pennies on the dollar. A cap dump of sorts by Seattle landed Burakovsky and his two remaining contract years on the Hawks.

Connor Bedard News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Blackhawks May See Trade With Maple Leafs as Secret to Extending Bedard

According to Greg Wyshynski of ESPN, the Chicago Blackhawks remain keyed on a possible trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs for Matthew Knies. Previously interested at the trade deadline, talks calmed down.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / June 23

The Landscape of Hockey is Changing & Not in the Blackhawks’ Favor

The landscape of hockey is changing, and frankly it is not in the Chicago Blackhawks‘ favor. Players with no-movement clauses (NMCs) are requesting trades and trying to move to new teams.

NHL News / ChiCitySports / June 23

Blackhawks connected to compelling trade with scuffling Senators

The Chicago Blackhawks should be one of the busier teams in the NHL this offseason, as they are armed with a nice chunk of cap space and a bevy of draft capital that they could use to bring in some established talent for Connor Bedard.

Alex Vlasic News / The Hockey Writers / June 23

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Alex Vlasic

Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 22

Blackhawks rumors: Connor Bedard contract extension update won’t please fans

The Chicago Blackhawks and Connor Bedard are working towards a new contract. There have been reports that the restricted free agent, Bedard, and the Blackhawks were working closer to a deal.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 22

Blackhawks linked to trade for Stanley Cup-winning defenseman

The Chicago Blackhawks should be one of the more active teams in the NHL this offseason. They have a fair amount of cap space, they’re loaded with draft capital and it’s clear that they need to start putting together a legitimate contender around Connor Bedard.

Jonathan Toews News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 19

Three-time Stanley Cup champion retires after 16-year career

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Toews retires after 16-year NHL career

An NHL legend is officially hanging up his skates.

Leafs GM John Chayka speaks out amid Matthew Knies trade rumors

Red Wings want him back, but Patrick Kane has other plans

Brendan Gallagher situation: Canucks hoping for a sweet deal from Canadiens

Former NHLer: Mike Babcock is 'the only guy that has ever made me hate hockey'

2026 NHL Draft rankings: Final top 120

The 'Stanley Cup-winning Chicago Blackhawks' quiz

Kyle Calder News / Viral Sports News / June 17

Former Chicago Blackhawks Forward Has Reportedly Died

Kyle Calder, a former forward who began his NHL journey with the Chicago Blackhawks, has passed away. The news was shared publicly through an Instagram post by his daughter on June 15, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the hockey community.