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Blackhawks Should Move on From Arvid Soderblom

The Chicago Blackhawks have their future starting goalie in Spencer Knight. Knight, just starting his new three-year bridge deal going into this upcoming season, was one of the best players on the team last season.

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Connor Bedard Improved All Aspects of His Game This Season

Connor Bedard finally took the big step that Chicago Blackhawks fans had been hoping to see during the 2025-26 season. Now that the season has concluded, I wanted to dig deeper, not just into basic stats like goals and assists, but also into the NHL Edge data.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 17

Chicago Blackhawks star to miss remainder of IIHF World Championship

The Chicago Blackhawks have seen some of their star players continue playing hockey after the NHL season concluded. There are international tournaments going on where players are representing their home country.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 16

Chicago Blackhawks could make ‘uncomfortable’ trade for rising star

The Chicago Blackhawks have shown signs of improvement the last couple of years, but it’s blatantly obvious that they need to make some moves this summer to try and reach that next level.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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Teuvo Teravainen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 16

Blackhawks’ Teuvo Teravainen To Miss Remaining World Championship

Winger Teuvo Teravainen will miss the remainder of the 2026 IIHF World Championship with an undisclosed injury, Team Finland announced on Saturday. Teravainen recorded two assists in Finland’s win over Team Germany to start the tournament.

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 15

Way Too Early Blackhawks’ 2026-27 Forward Line Projections

We learned on Thursday (May 14) that the Chicago Blackhawks have signed top Russian prospect Roman Kantserov to an entry level contract. This is exciting news, as the club is attempting to take the next step towards contention after finishing 31st in the league three years in a row.

Roman Kantserov News / The Hockey Writers / May 15

Blackhawks Boost Offense Signing Roman Kantserov To Entry-Level Contract

Roman Kantserov is now a member of the Chicago Blackhawks. The 2023 second-round draft pick will be making his way from Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the KHL, where he was the KHL’s leading goal-scorer with 36 goals in 63 games.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 15

Chicago Blackhawks connected to blockbuster trade for 45-goal ironman

The Chicago Blackhawks have already made one significant move to begin their offseason, signing 21-year-old forward Roman Kantserov to a three-year entry level contract.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 14

Blackhawks sign 2nd-round pick after leading KHL in goals

Roman Kantserov just led the KHL in goals as a 21-year-old — and now he’s taking his talents to North America. The forward signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks at a $1.075 million cap hit, the team announced on Thursday.

Roman Kantserov News / Daily Faceoff / May 14

Blackhawks sign Roman Kantserov to entry-level contract

A highly-touted prospect is officially coming to this side of the pond. On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that they had signed forward Roman Kantserov to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 14

Blackhawks linked to $64 million move to make Connor Bedard happy

The Chicago Blackhawks are in the midst of one of their worst stretches in franchise history, as they have missed the playoffs six years in a row. That marks their longest drought since 1952.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 14

10 Impact Players Already on the Blackhawks’ 2026-27 Roster

The Chicago Blackhawks didn’t have the 2025-26 season they would’ve liked, finishing 31st in the league for the third year in a row. On top of that, they dropped in the Draft Lottery to selecting fourth overall.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 14

Chicago Blackhawks add star winger in The Athletic’s most recent NHL mock draft

The Chicago Blackhawks are in a position to significantly improve the roster with the fourth pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. They have cap space and a premier pick to fill massive holes on the roster.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 13

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Andrew Mangiapane

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 / ChiCitySports / May 13

Blackhawks connected to shocking trade involving 21-year-old defenseman

The Chicago Blackhawks have certainly shown some improvement over the last couple of seasons, but they are still a long way away from contention. The Blackhawks finished 29-39-14 this past year, good for last in the Central Division by a wide margin.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / May 12

Blackhawks Should Kick the Tires on an Under-Appreciated Scorer

One of the greatest knocks on Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson thus far is his lack of executing on impact trades. The team has taken on cap dumps and used the draft capital to improve the pipeline, but taking a big swing on a player that can help the team now and into the future has yet to occur.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 13

Blackhawks linked to big Connor Bedard move that would change their future

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering a pivotal offseason in which they have a nice chunk of cap room and plenty of assets to swing some trades, but the most critical part of their future is centered around Connor Bedard.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 12

Chicago Blackhawks’ newest trade buzz sparks serious fan excitement

Chicago Blackhawks fans are longing for the days when they won three Stanley Cup championships within a span of six seasons between 2010 and 2015, which was also smack dab in the middle of a run where the Blackhawks made nine straight playoff appearances.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 11

Blackhawks slapped with brutal NHL Draft news that could squash one big hope

The Chicago Blackhawks are in critical need of a spark after having missed the playoffs six seasons in a row, and they are hoping to get it with the fourth overall pick of the NHL Draft.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / May 11

Veteran defenseman a must-add for Blackhawks this summer

The Chicago Blackhawks are in the midst of one of the most drastic rebuilds in their NHL history, but things are looking up in the near future. Yet, as

Connor Bedard News / Daily Faceoff / May 11

Long term contract for Connor Bedard key for Blackhawks future

The Chicago Blackhawks have a massive decision looming over the franchise, one which will play a big role in the future of the team. That decision is the next contract for Connor Bedard, who enters this summer as a restricted free agent.

Connor Bedard News / NHL Trade Talk / May 8

Connor Bedard Could Command ‘Wild’ Money on Next Blackhawks Contract

Connor Bedard isn’t just going to get paid by the Chicago Blackhawks; he could, and likely will, become their highest-paid player in franchise history.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 8

Blackhawks To Sign Roman Kantserov

After months of speculation, it’s now confirmed that the Chicago Blackhawks are adding another high-level forward prospect to their roster. According to an announcement from the KHL’s Metallurg Magnitogorsk, prospect Roman Kantserov has terminated his contract with the team and will be signing an entry-level deal with the Blackhawks.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / May 5

The Blackhawks’ Coaching Staff Underperformed in Year One

After firing Luke Richardson in the dog days of the 2024-25 campaign, the Blackhawks led a coaching search that ended in Jeff Blashill’s hiring. With him came some new faces.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 2

Leon Draisaitl sounds alarm on Connor McDavid's future with Oilers

Leon Draisaitl sounds alarm regarding Connor McDavid's future with Oilers

There is no team in the NHL that is going to be facing more pressure this offseason than the Edmonton Oilers. That pressure is already starting, and it is coming from the franchise's two best players, forwards Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

McDavid has brutal yet accurate take on Oilers after elimination

McDavid named finalist for the 2026 Ted Lindsay Award

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin confirms two big things amid uncertain future

Analyst: Craig Berube 'should be back' as Maple Leafs head coach

Maple Leafs denied permission to interview Julien BriseBois

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Rumors / April 28

What’s Next for the Chicago Blackhawks?

Daily Faceoff: David Pagnotta, when asked about the Chicago Blackhawks and what’s next for them. Connor Bedard needs a new deal, likely a mid-term deal.