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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 2
3 Takeaways from Blackhawks’ Blowout Loss Versus the Mammoth
When it comes to the Chicago Blackhawks, one word comes to mind: rebuilding. However, it’s come to the point of the future of the franchise that the word can’t be an excuse anymore.
Patrick Kane News / Blackhawk Up / October 2
Blackhawks all-time leading scorers in October
The Chicago Blackhawks may have lost their only September game of the 2026-27 season, but they get a clean slate to begin October. On Thursday, they travel to Salt Lake City to face the Mammoth, giving Patrick Kane another opportunity to chase down milestones held by franchise legends Denis Savard and Stan Mikita.
NHL News / On Tap Sports Net / October 2
Blackhawks Blanked 6-0 by Utah Mammoth, Fall to 0-2
The Chicago Blackhawks never had a chance on Thursday night at Delta Center. The Utah Mammoth poured in six unanswered goals and shut Chicago out 6-0, dropping the Hawks to 0-2-0 after a 5-2 Opening Night loss at Vegas.
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?"
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 2
Blackhawks blanked 6-0 by the Mammoth, it's gut check time
The Chicago Blackhawks faced the Utah Mammoth on the road for their second game of the 2026-27 season on Thursday, Oct. 1. It was a nostalgic game for the Hawks' new defenseman Ian Cole, as he played the last two seasons with the Mammoth.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / October 1
Can Frank Nazar Drive His Own Line Amid Bedard’s Absence?
The Chicago Blackhawks’ 2025-26 season was another disappointing one. They finished second-to-last in the league and last in the Central Division by 10 points behind the Winnipeg Jets.
Teuvo Teravainen News / Blackhawk Up / October 1
Why the Blackhawks need Teuvo Teravainen to step up this season
When Teuvo Teravainen signed on for a second stint with the Chicago Blackhawks on July 1, 2024, it was an exciting moment for the team and fan base. Following his cap-related departure in the 2016 offseason, the Finn established himself as a two-way force in Carolina.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 30
What the Blackhawks can get out of a Kane, Bertuzzi and Frondell line
The Chicago Blackhawks had a bad season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights, but they now are set to face the Utah Mammoth on Oct. 1. For the Utah game, head coach Jeff Blashill is likely to run with some new lines (courtesy of Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times).
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 30
Blackhawks’ Woes From Season Opener Should Raise Concern
The Chicago Blackhawks, on Sept. 29, had their season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Blackhawks met a motivated Golden Knights team after losing the Stanley Cup Final last season; playing in front of their home crowd, they were gobsmacked, losing 5-2. There’s no way around that it was an ugly game.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 30
The Blackhawks need consistent lines to actually improve
So... the first game was pretty much as expected: New lines less than 24 hours before puck drop and placing a natural winger in Roman Kantserov at center didn't work out.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 30
Evaluating the Blackhawks last-minute forward line changes headed into the 2026-27 season
Chicago Blackhawks’ head coach Jeff Blashill threw all of us a curve ball when he hit the lineblender on Monday (Sept. 28), the last practice before the team departed for Las Vegas and their opening night date with the Vegas Golden Knights.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
Patrick Kane News / Larry Brown Sports / September 30
Patrick Kane had a great message after scoring his first goal in his return to the Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks got to experience “Showtime” again after a long time. Patrick Kane made his presence felt in his first game back with the Blackhawks on Tuesday during a season-opener against the Vegas Golden Knights at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 30
Greenway scores Blackhawks 1st goal of the season, but the Hawks fall 5-2 to the Golden Knights
The 2026-27 season has finally begun! On Tuesday (Sept. 29), the Chicago Blackhawks faced the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena for their home-opener.
NHL News / Field Level Media / September 30
Jack Eichel's 3-point outing sparks Knights in win over Blackhawks
Jack Eichel had a goal and two assists as the Vegas Golden Knights opened the defense of their Western Conference title with a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks in Ryan Craig's head-coaching debut on Tuesday in Las Vegas.
Teuvo Teravainen News / Daily Faceoff / September 29
Blackhawks healthy scratch Teuvo Teravainen for season opener
When the Chicago Blackhawks open up their season against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, many fans will be excited to see the return of franchise legend Patrick Kane.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 29
Blackhawks Announce Opening Night Roster, & Other News, Notes
The Chicago Blackhawks open the season on Tuesday, Sept. 29 in Las Vegas. With the Vegas Golden Knights on the schedule, the Blackhawks announced their official opening night roster on Monday.
Connor Bedard News / The Lead / September 29
Can the Blackhawks Survive the Start of the Season Without Connor Bedard?
The Chicago Blackhawks play their first game of the 2026-27 season tonight. They will be without their captain, Connor Bedard. Bedard is still dealing with a shoulder injury sustained in training this summer.
Kyle Davidson News / The Hockey Writers / September 29
2026-27 Season Is Incredibly Important for the Blackhawks & Kyle Davidson
This upcoming season for the Chicago Blackhawks is the most important one they have had in a long time. The season starts on Sept. 29 when they go to Vegas to play the Golden Knights, a team that just recently made it to the Stanley Cup Final; it will be no easy feat, especially without Connor Bedard.
Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / September 29
Former Blackhawks Captains Pass the Torch to Connor Bedard
The Chicago Blackhawks released a roughly five-minute captaincy tribute video late Sunday night, framing Connor Bedard’s first season wearing the Cagainst the backdrop ofd the franchise’s past captains.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / September 28
Final on their minds, Knights battle Connor Bedard-less Blackhawks
The Ryan Craig era of Vegas hockey begins Tuesday night when the Golden Knights face the rebuilding Chicago Blackhawks in the teams' season opener in Las Vegas.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 27
Blackhawks Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Roster Decisions, Moore’s Development & More
The Chicago Blackhawks finished their preseason schedule 2-2-0 after a 3-2 win over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night. Even in the two losses, the team looked good, especially the young players.
Oliver Moore News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24
Blackhawks Sign Oliver Moore To Five-Year Extension
The Chicago Blackhawks are tidying up one more piece of business before the 2026-27 season begins. Forward Oliver Moore has been signed to a five-year, $21.25MM extension per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Three NHL defensemen poised for a breakout season
Several young NHL defensemen are entering the 2026 season with bigger opportunities and higher expectations. Some have already flashed star potential, while others are finally getting the role needed to show what they can do. Here are three defensemen poised for a breakout season.
Bowen Byram News / ChiCitySports / September 22
Blackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram has dream debut after signing massive extension
The Chicago Blackhawks are back on the ice, having begun preseason play at the United Center. This will be a season of hope for the Blackhawks, as they look to return to the postseason for the first time since 2019.
Derrick Pouliot News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 21
Blackhawks Place Derrick Pouliot On Waivers
The latest round of cuts from the Chicago Blackhawks’ training camp included veteran defenseman Derrick Pouliot. He has been placed on waivers, per PuckPedia, for the purpose of assignment to the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs.
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