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Connor Bedard On The World Stage Reminds What’s Coming As The Roster Improves

An 82-game season that featured 53 losses and a string of multi-loss skids dampened the excitement that Connor Bedard brought to the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Don’t sleep on the Chicago Blackhawks as a mover and shaker this offseason

OK, we can cross The Imperial March off the playlist. The one team no one wanted to win the No. 1 overall pick…didn’t win the No. 1 overall pick. But the Chicago Blackhawks also didn’t lose the other NHL Draft Lottery spot for 2024, parlaying the second-best odds into retaining the No.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / 17 hours ago

Trading Up From #20: Making the Case for Cole Eiserman

Cole Eiserman has already been profiled here at Chicago Hockey Now and he’s slipped out of the top five as far as pundits are concerned. The Blackhawks front office favors high IQ, speed and of course, scoring from its forwards.

Connor Bedard News / ClutchPoints / 17 hours ago

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard puts on a show in 1st ever World Championship game

Connor Bedard didn’t take much of a vacation after an electric rookie season with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2023-24 — the young phenom is already making an impact for Team Canada at the 2024 IIHF World Championships.

Kevin Korchinski News / Chicago Hockey Now / 23 hours ago

Blackhawks Bottom Line: Kevin Korchinski Will Be Just Fine

Over the course of the next month, Chicago Hockey Now will be profiling every Chicago Blackhawks player from the 2023-24 season. Today, will be defenseman Kevin Korchinski.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / May 10

Analysis: Revisiting the Chicago Blackhawks’ 2023 offseason moves

The Chicago Blackhawks’ 2023–24 season ended with the team finishing with a 23–53–6 record, which landed them at the second-worst point total in the NHL, with only the San Jose Sharks having a lower point total.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Bleacher Nation / May 10

World Championships Begin, Demidov vs Levshunov, Unbeatable Rangers, Wild Selling, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

The IIHF World Championship begins this morning with Blackhawks forward Philipp Kurashev and Switzerland facing Norway in Game 1 of the tournament. That game begins at 9:20 AM CT.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / May 10

Six Chicago Blackhawks Confirmed for 2024 IIHF Men’s World Hockey Championship

The 2024 IIHF Men’s World Hockey Championships, one of the most prestigious international hockey events, will kick off in Prague, Czechia today. This exciting

Luke Richardson News / Chicago Hockey Now / May 9

Brown: On Luke Richardson and the Seemingly Short Tenure of NHL Coaches

It never ceased to amaze me that regardless of everyone knowing the Chicago Blackhawks were historically bad for the organization, knuckleheads on social media would inevitably call for the head of Luke Richardson.

Steven Stamkos News / On Tap Sports Net / May 9

What Would It Take to Get Steven Stamkos to Chicago?

The Chicago Blackhawks have an important offseason ahead. Next week, the team and fans will learn their fate in the NHL Draft Lottery. In addition, Alex

Chicago Blackhawks News / Inside The Rink / May 9

ECHL: Indy Fuel Announces Multi-Year Affiliation Agreement With Chicago Blackhawks

The Indy Fuel have announced a three-year agreement with the Chicago Blackhawks and Rockford IceHogs to continue being the teams ECHL affiliate. It also includes an option for an additional two years.

Reese Johnson News / Chicago Hockey Now / May 9

Blackhawks Bottom Line: Will There Be A Spot for Reese Johnson?

Over the course of the next month, Chicago Hockey Now will be profiling every Chicago Blackhawks player from the 2023-24 season. Today, will be forward Reese Johnson.

Luke Richardson News / Bleacher Nation / May 9

Luke Richardson is Suddenly One of the Longest-Tenured Head Coaches in the NHL

When the Toronto Maple Leafs fired Sheldon Keefe on Thursday morning, it didn’t surprise most people. But one aspect of the move certainly got my attention.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 9

Blackhawks’ Best Option With No. 2 Pick Isn’t Obvious

When the Chicago Blackhawks won the second overall pick in the NHL Draft Lottery on May 7, the debate started about the consensus on two options: Artyom Levshunov (Defenseman, Michigan State University) or Ivan Demidov (Right wing, SKA St.

Roman Kantserov News / Bleacher Nation / May 9

Blackhawks Prospect Roman Kantserov a Finalist for KHL Rookie of the Year

Kantserov was a postseason hero for Magnitogorsk Metallurg.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Bleacher Nation / May 9

Blackhawks Fans Guide to the IIHF World Championship

Connor Bedard is back in red - for Canada.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 8

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Draft Lottery, Reichel, Bedard, Worlds

It’s a busy time of year in the hockey world, with the second round of the NHL playoffs officially underway. But there was a bit of a distraction for non-playoff teams on Tuesday night (May 7).

Lukas Reichel News / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Chicago Blackhawks sign forward Lukas Reichel to two-year contract extension

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed forward Lukas Reichel to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Tuesday afternoon. Reichel, 21, collected five goals and 16 points in 65 games with the Blackhawks during the 2023–24 regular season.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7

Blackhawks likely to explore market for center

The Blackhawks hold 13 picks in the first two rounds over the next three years, but they’re still too early in their rebuild to start parting with assets for established talent.

Every NHL player to score 60 or more goals in a season

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 4

Blackhawks reach TV deal with Standard Media Group

Like many other NHL teams, mostly those broadcasted on the Bally Sports-branded family of networks, the Blackhawks are changing their television home.

Connor Bedard’s Rookie Season Was Anything but a Disappointment

Blackhawks Bottom Line: Jarred Tinordi Played A Depth Role

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / May 2

Candidates To Become The Chicago Blackhawks captain in 2024

With the Chicago Blackhawks having had a vacant captain role since 2023, let’s look at some names who could fill the role in the 2024 season. The Hawks have obviously been spoiled at captain with Jonathan Toews holding the role since 2008.