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Daily Faceoff: David Pagnotta, on the Chicago Blackhawks and pending RFA forward Connor Bedard‘s agents have been going back and forth, looking at different term and money.

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Blackhawks receive ominous Connor Bedard warning amid contract talks

The Chicago Blackhawks are primed for a big offseason thanks to their nice chunk of cap room and impressive draft capital. They can sign some free agents, swing some trades and bring in some more young pieces via the NHL Draft.

Landon Slaggert News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Landon Slaggert

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 23

Blackhawks’ most ‘likely’ trade target doesn’t make much sense

The Chicago Blackhawks find themselves in a pretty cushy position heading into the NHL offseason. They possess expansive cap room to sign free agents, and they also own a bevy of draft capital that they can use in trades.

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Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 22

Blackhawks rumors: Connor Bedard’s latest contract update will fire up fans

Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson has one key priority above all else this summer — securing his franchise cornerstone long-term. Connor Bedard is set to become a restricted free agent on July 1, and the latest update from The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta should excite Blackhawks fans.

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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.

Andrew Shaw News / ChiCitySports / May 22

Blackhawks could poach this rising star compared to Andrew Shaw

The Chicago Blackhawks have a lot of money to play with this offseason, and they are also stocked with assets they can use in potential trades. Basically, this will be a pivotal summer for the Blackhawks, who have missed the playoffs six years in a row (their longest drought since 1952) and are starving for success.

Frank Nazar News / The Hockey Writers / May 22

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Frank Nazar

Kevin Korchinski News / On Tap Sports Net / May 21

“Off Record”: Blackhawks Willing to Trade Kevin Korchinski

Apparently, things that are said off record aren’t always kept as such. According to CHGO Blackhawks, there have been “off record” discussions that suggest the Chicago Blackhawks are planning to dangle Kevin Korchinski in trade packages this summer.

Ilya Mikheyev News / The Hockey Writers / May 21

Blackhawks Should Re-Sign Ilya Mikheyev

The Chicago Blackhawks have their hands full in re-signing Connor Bedard, whether or not it’s a long-term or short-term contract. The Blackhawks have another important task, though, and that’s extending Ilya Mikheyev’s contract.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 20

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Mikheyev, Frondell, Moore, Kantserov

It’s the dog days of the offseason for the Chicago Blackhawks. We’re all patiently awaiting the 2026 NHL Draft, where the organization holds the fourth overall pick.

Benjamin Gaudreau News / Inside The Rink / May 20

ECHL: Benjamin Gaudreau To Join Clarkson University

Trois-Rivières Lions goaltender Benjamin Gaudreau is heading to the NCAA to join Clarkson University for the 2026-27 season. We saw this start to happen last summer, and since then, we’ve seen a handful of players decide to go back to school.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 20

Blackhawks connected to game-changing move for power play expert

The Chicago Blackhawks definitely need to get Connor Bedard some help this offseason, as he essentially has Tyler Bertuzzi and not a whole lot else assisting him on the wing.

Sam Lafferty News / The Hockey Writers / May 19

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Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

Blackhawks rumors: The pending UFA Chicago is trying to trade

The Chicago Blackhawks are in the midst of another long offseason following a sixth consecutive campaign without playoff hockey. The Hawks finished eighth in the Central Division for a fourth straight year, and will be trying to take a significant step forward in 2026-27 with a talented young core.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 19

Blackhawks named frontrunners to land elite forward in splashy move

The Chicago Blackhawks are heading into a critical offseason in which they have the goods to make some significant moves. Not only are the Blackhawks armed with some hefty cap space, but they also boast some impressive draft capital, owning the No.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 19

Chicago Blackhawks reportedly open to trading this player’s rights

The Chicago Blackhawks are getting ready for one of their most significant offseasons in recent memory. They have a bevvy of salary cap space and some major draft capital to improve the roster.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 18

The Chicago Blackhawks should target this free agent, per The Athletic

The Chicago Blackhawks have some moves they need to make this offseason to get into the contending window. After a season where they finished 29-39-14 record and received the fourth pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, there is a chance to significantly improve the roster.

Ilya Mikheyev News / On Tap Sports Net / May 18

Losing Mikheyev? Blackhawks Make Forward's Rights Available Via Trade

According to reports from insider Elliotte Friedman, the Chicago Blackhawks have made forward Ilya Mikheyev’s rights available via the trade market. Although a lucrative package in return for the rights to sign Mikheyev is unlikely, any team that really likes him would get a chance to sign him before July 1.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 18

Blackhawks linked to huge NHL Draft trade that would make other teams envious

The Chicago Blackhawks have missed the playoffs six years in a row, representing their longest drought since 1952. But that doesn’t mean it’s all bad for the club.

Ilya Mikheyev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 18

Chicago Blackhawks Shopping Mikheyev Negotiating Rights

The Chicago Blackhawks are preparing for a potential split with veteran winger Ilya Mikheyev. Speaking on the May 18th edition of the 32 Thoughts: The

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.

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.

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 / 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.