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Connor Murphy News / On Tap Sports Net / July 16
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Connor Murphy
There are some players that were traded midseason, but were a huge part of the team. Therefore, those player become a part of the Chicago Blackhawks player grade series.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15
Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?
Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / July 15
1 Blackhawk to Watch From Each Position Group in 2026-27
Free agency has ground to a halt, and the vibes around the Chicago Blackhawks aren’t as high as they could be with Connor Bedard not only being unsigned but also being out for approximately four months with a shoulder injury.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
NHL News / ChiCitySports / July 15
Chris Chelios reveals Patrick Kane is down to Chicago or Buffalo
The Chicago Blackhawks are still building their roster to hopefully accelerate the rebuild, centering it around Connor Bedard. For the Blackhawks, getting more veteran presence could be key especially with the youth on the roster.
The most underrated player for every NHL franchise
The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.
Sam Rinzel News / On Tap Sports Net / July 15
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Sam Rinzel
At the end of the 2024-25 season, Sam Rinzel took the Chicago Blackhawks’ fanbase by storm. Expectations were set high for Rinzel in his first full season, and he’s next as we look back at the 2025-26 season for player grades.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / July 15
NHL Schedule: Blackhawks Will Serve as Opener for 3 Teams Before Home Opener
The Chicago Blackhawks don’t know the entirety of their schedule yet, but they certainly know their first four games. As the NHL announces the home openers for each team, the Blackhawks are on that list far more than almost any other team.
Alex Vlasic News / On Tap Sports Net / July 14
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Alex Vlasic
The Chicago Blackhawks have a very young defensive group. So young that Alex Vlasic is the “elder statesman” at just 25 years old. The former second-round pick is the next player of focus in our player grade series.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / July 14
2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Chicago Blackhawks’ Top 10
Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / July 13
Meet the New Chicago Blackhawks: Cole Smith
The Chicago Blackhawks and Ilya Mikheyev parted ways this summer, as he signed a four-year deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning in free agency. Therefore, they had to make their own moves to fill the void of losing a key part of their bottom six.
Oliver Moore News / On Tap Sports Net / July 13
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Oliver Moore
Entering the 2025-26 season, there were few players in the Chicago Blackhawks organization that created more buzz than Oliver Moore. Entering his first full pro season, Moore was primed to showcase his skills.
Patrik Laine News / The Hockey Writers / July 11
Blackhawks Need to Sign Patrik Laine
The 2026 free agent market was already looking thin before July 1, but as I sit here writing this on July 11, it’s even thinner. Although there aren’t any needle-moving signings available, one player who’s still on the market that could make some sense for the Chicago Blackhawks is Patrik Laine.
Sam Lafferty News / On Tap Sports Net / July 11
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Sam Lafferty
Perhaps one of Kyle Davidson’s favorite players in the league, the Chicago Blackhawks brought Sam Lafferty back for a, technically, third time before last season.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 11
A Patrick Kane Return to the Blackhawks Might Not Be About Bedard at All
Most of the buzz around a potential Patrick Kane reunion with the Chicago Blackhawks centers on one obvious pairing: Kane and superstar center Connor Bedard.
Kevin Korchinski News / The Hockey Writers / July 11
Blackhawks Finally Getting in Villeneuve What They Were Hoping for in Korchinski
The Chicago Blackhawks took Kevin Korchinski seventh overall in the 2022 NHL Draft. When the Blackhawks drafted him, they thought that he was going to be the offensive defenseman of the future.
Ian Cole News / The Hockey Writers / July 10
Meet the New Chicago Blackhawks: Ian Cole
The Chicago Blackhawks have made some new additions to their roster this summer, one of them being veteran defenseman Ian Cole. He checks a box that the Blackhawks wanted to add: stability.
Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / July 10
What’s Next: Blackhawks’ Approach to the Season After Bedard’s Injury
It’s no secret that the Chicago Blackhawks are going to be missing Connor Bedard. After an unfortunate accident while training in British Columbia, Chicago will miss their superstar forward for at least four months.
Wyatt Kaiser News / On Tap Sports Net / July 10
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Wyatt Kaiser
We stay on the blue line for our next Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 player grade. After taking a huge step forward, Wyatt Kaiser has established himself on the Blackhawks’ blue line.
Kevin Korchinski News / On Tap Sports Net / July 9
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Kevin Korchinski
Our next player is one of the most intriguing names on our list. Despite a lack of game action at the NHL level, Kevin Korchinski has been around long enough to be worthy of season grades and opinions.
Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / July 9
Chicago Blackhawks have long-term concern with Connor Bedard’s injury
The Chicago Blackhawks have yet to sign restricted free agent Connor Bedard to a new contract, and there is some concern surrounding the center’s health for the future amid a new shoulder injury.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / July 8
Blackhawks get bad Connor Bedard news that will impact first part of season
The start of the 2026-27 NHL season is still a few months away, but the Chicago Blackhawks are already getting some bad news that will impact the start of it.
Drew Commesso News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6
Blackhawks Sign Drew Commesso To Two-Year Extension
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goalie Drew Commesso to a two-year contract extension. Per an official announcement, the deal carries a $875K cap hit.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 1
Penguins bolster defense by signing Trevor van Riemsdyk away from rival
To help shore up the blue line, the Pittsburgh Penguins opened up free agency by signing veteran defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk away from the rival Washington
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