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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.

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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

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.

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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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Matt Grzelcyk News / The Hockey Writers / June 22

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Matt Grzelcyk

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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.

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.

Dominic Toninato News / On Tap Sports Net / June 21

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Dominic Toninato

Every organization needs depth. Injuries are inevitable, and usually the healthiest teams win games. However, teams that can weather the storm with quality depth players usually do well.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / June 21

Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard ‘not close’ to signing contract extension: Report

During the exit meetings for the Chicago Blackhawks on April 16, Connor Bedard was hopeful that he would sign a contract extension by May. “I know I want to be here, and we’ll get it done soon,” Bedard said.

Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / June 20

Bowen Byram Isn’t a Fit for the Chicago Blackhawks

It’s been reported by TSN’s Darren Dreger that Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram is now available for trade. The Chicago Blackhawks need to take some serious steps next season, and to do it, they’re going to need some big upgrades on the roster.

Landon Slaggert News / On Tap Sports Net / June 20

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Landon Slaggert

While serving as a “name” in the prospect pipeline and organization for multiple seasons now, many fans are still waiting for another step forward from Landon Slaggert.

Jonathan Toews News / The Hockey Writers / June 20

Toews Retires & Leaves Lasting Impact on Blackhawks

“Finally, the fans in Chicago… like I said, what a ride…“ And just like that, Jonathan Toews has officially retired. A legendary 16-season career that boasted more accolades than most ever achieve.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19

Ex-Blackhawks star Patrick Kane toasts ‘best leader’ Jonathan Toews on his retirement

Former Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews recently announced his retirement from the game of hockey. Toews played for his hometown Winnipeg Jets during the 2025-26 season after a couple seasons away.

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Jonathan Toews News / Field Level Media / June 19

Three-time Cup champ, ex-Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews retires

Three-time Stanley Cup champion and longtime Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews officially announced his retirement Friday after 16 seasons. Toews, 38, who sat out two seasons before returning to play all 82 games for his hometown Winnipeg Jets in 2025-26, ends his decorated career with 912 points (383 goals, 529 assists) in 1,149 games.

Andrew Mangiapane News / On Tap Sports Net / June 19

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Andrew Mangiapane

Grading players who don’t spend an entire season with the team are always a bit harder. Due to injury, Andrew Mangiapane only played 10 games for the Chicago Blackhawks after he was acquired from the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL 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

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / June 19

Analysis: A few predictions of the Blackhawks’ 2026 offseason

With the Stanley Cup Final complete, it is time for the offseason to take shape. Unlike previous offseason prediction articles I have written, I decided to write this one before the draft.

Jonathan Toews News / On Tap Sports Net / June 19

Jonathan Toews Set to Announce Retirement from NHL

Former Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews is expected to officially announce his retirement from the NHL on Friday, June 19. The Winnipeg Jets will hold a media availability at 11 a.m.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

What a Successful 2026 Offseason Looks Like for the Blackhawks

With the 2026 NHL Entry Draft coming up and the first bit of NHL offseason activity upon us, I started to think about what a successful offseason would look like for Chicago Blackhawks general manager (GM), Kyle Davidson.

Nick Lardis News / On Tap Sports Net / June 18

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Nick Lardis

If there is one player drafted by Kyle Davidson who has exceeded all expectations, its safe to say Nick Lardis is that guy. A third-round pick, Lardis was a bit of an afterthought in his draft year.

Sam Rinzel News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Sam Rinzel

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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 9

Blackhawks To Make Roman Kantserov A Focal Piece

The Chicago Blackhawks landed an immediate lineup impact when top prospect Anton Frondell joined the club following the end of the SHL season. Frondell scored nine points in the first 12 games of his NHL career and operated at his best away from star Connor Bedard, helping to bolster the club’s top-six.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 7

Blackhawks Hoping To Add Veteran Defenseman

Down the stretch last season, the Blackhawks found themselves without a key veteran when Connor Murphy was moved to Edmonton before the trade deadline. That left them with just one veteran blueliner, Matt Grzelcyk, while the rest of the back end was 24 or younger.