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Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard shares cryptic answer to expectations for 2nd season

The Chicago Blackhawks endured a tough 2023-24 season, finishing 31st overall and far from playoff contention. However, rookie sensation Connor Bedard, who was taken with the first overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft and won the Calder Trophy, emerged as a bright spot on the team.

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Tyler Bertuzzi slams Chicago's favourite food at first Blackhawks training camp

Tyler Bertuzzi, who signed with the Chicago Blackhawks over the summer, is probably not endearing himself to fans after slamming the city's signature dish When you get signed by a new NHL city, the first thing you hope to do as a player is endear yourself to fans who are expecting better things to come.

Taylor Hall News / ClutchPoints / September 20

Blackhawks’ Taylor Hall drops truth bomb on his expectations for season

It wasn’t so long ago that Chicago Blackhawks forward Taylor Hall won the Hart Trophy as the NHL’s Most Valuable Player — but it’s been tough sledding for the veteran since then.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / September 20

Chicago Blackhawks’ Artyom Levshunov out 4 weeks with lower-body injury

Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson announced that rookie Artyom Levshunov will miss the entire preseason with a lower-body injury and is expected to be out for four weeks.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 20

Blackhawks Learning Winning Strategies Through Their Peers

When Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson stated he wanted the team to take a step forward, he meant it. He added seven new players to the roster over the summer, each playing a specific role in helping the Blackhawks improve this season.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / September 20

Takeaways from the start of the Blackhawks training camp

The Chicago Blackhawks kicked off training camp with scrimmages right from the jump before formally introducing Nick Foligno as the 35th captain in franchise history on Thursday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Hockey Patrol / September 20

Chicago Blackhawks 2024 second overall pick to miss all of training camp

The Chicago Blackhawks landed a star a season ago, but now they've got bad news on Artyom Levshunov, the star they hope they drafted in 2024. The Chicago Blackhawks are in a major rebuilding phase, and for a team in that spot, there's no better solution than drafting superstar Connor Bedard to lead the way.

Nick Foligno News / Chicago Hockey Now / September 19

Blackhawks start new era formerly introducing Nick Foligno as captain

With teammates and management present, the Chicago Blackhawks officially introduced Nick Foligno as the franchise’s 35th captain in team history on Thursday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ClutchPoints / September 19

Blackhawks’ top prospects to watch at 2024-25 training camp

The Chicago Blackhawks enter training camp hoping their top prospects take a step forward and give Connor Bedard some support in 2024-25. The Blackhawks showed their hand by being buyers in free agency, proving they could be ready to move past the rebuild.

Taylor Hall News / ESPN / September 19

Blackhawks' Hall '100% healthy' as camp begins

Taylor Hall, who missed most of last season because of right knee surgery, said he's "100% healthy" as training camp begins for the Blackhawks.

Connor Bedard News / Chicago Hockey Now / September 19

Early picks to play alongside Connor Bedard for Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks have options entering training camp for who should play alongside Connor Bedard. Last season, Bedard’s primary linemates were Nick Foligno and Philipp Kurashev.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 18

4 Blackhawks Storylines Entering the 2024-25 Preseason

The offseason is finally over for the Chicago Blackhawks! Training camp officially begins, with player physicals this Wednesday, Sept. 18 and the first practice on Thursday, Sept.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / September 18

Naming Foligno Blackhawks Captain paves way for Connor Bedard

The Chicago Blackhawks made a wise decision when they named Nick Foligno the 35th captain in franchise history. He follows the footsteps of Jonathan Toews who was one of the greatest captains in NHL history.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / September 18

Chicago Blackhawks name Nick Foligno 35th captain in franchise history

On Wednesday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that forward Nick Foligno has been named the team’s new captain. The 36-year-old is the 35th captain in franchise history and the first since Jonathan Toews stepped away from hockey following the 2022-23 season.

Connor Bedard News / Hockey Unplugged / September 18

Chicago Blackhawks snub Connor Bedard from captaincy: fans are absolutely baffled

Coming into this season, many fans were hoping that Bedard would be named captain of the team. Sure, he is young, but this will be his team for years to come.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 17

Chicago Blackhawks Release 2024 Training Camp Roster

The Chicago Blackhawks announced Tuesday their 2024 training camp roster, which features 32 forwards, 15 defensemen, and six goalies. A mix of returning players, veteran newcomers, and prospects comprises the 53-player group.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / September 17

Blackhawks Superstar Expects Even Bigger Season

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering their second season with superstar Connor Bedard. Last year's first overall pick captured the Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie in 2023-2024, finishing the season with 61 points in 68 games.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

Chicago Blackhawks on the Road: Building on Their Away Game Record

Struggling with consistency away from the United Center, the Chicago Blackhawks have encountered obstacles on the road with their away game record. Teams often wrestle with the pressure of unfamiliar arenas.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / September 15

The Chicago Blackhawks Top Three Games in October to Watch

In hockey, all 82 games of the season are important. But with broadcasting schedules and teams competing for airtime, it can get tough to catch them all.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / September 14

Blackhawks Top Pick Suffers Foot Injury

The Chicago Blackhawks have a plan in place to return to championship contention. A huge piece of that was the drafting of defenseman Artyom Levshunov at the 2024 NHL Draft.

Artyom Levshunov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 13

Top Blackhawks prospect could miss start of regular season with injury

The Chicago Blackhawks drafted defenseman Artyom Levshunov with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, but will have to wait out his recovery from a foot injury before he is ready to make his professional debut.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

Blackhawks Bytes: Vlasic, Nazar, Levshunov, Del Mastro, Spellacy

Welcome to this preseason edition of Blackhawks Bytes, a series featuring quotes and comments from players, coaches, management, journalists and fans alike concerning everything Chicago Blackhawks. The purpose of this ongoing column is to capture a slice of the existing outlook, attitudes and culture surrounding the team.