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Blackhawks prospects fall 3-1 to Blues in Game 1 of the 2026 Prospect Showcase

Blackhawks prospects fall 3-1 to Blues in Game 1 of the 2026 Prospect Showcase

The Chicago Blackhawk's prospects and the St. Louis Blues prospects matched up at the prospect showcase on Monday, Sept. 14. The Blackhawks went with a set lineup for this contest, based on what management was looking for from the prospects.

Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / September 15

Report: Connor Bedard to Be Named Blackhawks Captain Tuesday (Unconfirmed)

An unconfirmed report circulating overnight says Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard will be named team captain Tuesday. Rear Admiral of Spittin’ Chiclets

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 14
Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase games are 'really big' for Ty Henry and Paul Ludwinski

Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase games are 'really big' for Ty Henry and Paul Ludwinski

The Chicago Blackhawks prospect games are starting, as they face the St. Louis Blues prospects on Sept. 14 and 15. A lot of eyeballs will be on prospects, including Sacha Boisvert, Marek Vanacker, A.J.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 14
Blackhawks, WGN Radio Agree to Multi-Year Broadcast Rights Extension

Blackhawks, WGN Radio Agree to Multi-Year Broadcast Rights Extension

The Chicago Blackhawks and WGN Radio have agreed to a multi-year radio rights extension, the team and station announced Monday. WGN Radio said play-by-play voice John Wiedeman returns for his 20th season, Steve Konroyd joins full-time as radio color analyst, and Charlie Roumeliotis returns to host the pregame, intermission, and postgame shows.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 14
5 longest-serving captains in Blackhawks history

5 longest-serving captains in Blackhawks history

The Chicago Blackhawks traded their most recent captain, Nick Foligno, to the Minnesota Wild, leaving a vacancy as the team’s leader. Many fans expect Connor Bedard to inherit the captaincy, and at 21 years old, he’d become the second-youngest leader in franchise history behind Jonathan Toews, who was 20 at the time of his appointment.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

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.

Sacha Boisvert News / Blackhawk Up / September 14
Sacha Boisvert's confidence shining at Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase

Sacha Boisvert's confidence shining at Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase

Sacha Boisvert has been catching people's attention at his first prospect showcase. He's the former 18th overall draft pick with seven games of NHL experience under his belt coming from Boston University.

Artyom Levshunov News / Blackhawk Up / September 14
Artyom Levshunov has a lot to prove with the Blackhawks

Artyom Levshunov has a lot to prove with the Blackhawks

Let's be honest. Artyom Levshunov needs a ton of work and has a lot to prove this season. Being drafted second overall in a year with Ivan Demidov, he will have high expectations for the rest of his career.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 14
Chicago Blackhawks Will Not Stream Prospect Games

Chicago Blackhawks Will Not Stream Prospect Games

For the first time since 2022, the Chicago Blackhawks will not stream their annual prospect showcase. Beginning in 2022 with the new regime, the Chicago Blackhawks gave fans an event to look forward to.

Frank Nazar News / Blackhawk Up / September 13
Blackhawks are putting winning ahead of money, Frank Nazar reveals

Blackhawks are putting winning ahead of money, Frank Nazar reveals

Frank Nazar took time during the NHL Player Media Tour to explain how the Chicago Blackhawks look going into the future. In an interview with The Hockey News, he talked about his contract, teammates, and the franchise going forward.

AJ Spellacy News / Blackhawk Up / September 13
How A.J. Spellacy is impressing at the Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase

How A.J. Spellacy is impressing at the Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase

There are plenty of prospects at the Chicago Blackhawks 2026 Prospect Showcase that are garnering attention, including forward A.J. Spellacy. He has impressed fans and management before, even dating back to 2024.

Jonathan Toews News / The Hockey Writers / September 11
Blackhawks Owe Jonathan Toews a One-Day Contract to Retire

Blackhawks Owe Jonathan Toews a One-Day Contract to Retire

Jonathan Toews left Chicago in 2023 without a proper farewell. He already said goodbye to the NHL when he announced his retirement on June 19, but after playing one year for his hometown Winnipeg Jets after a two year hiatus, it’s fitting that he deserves one last hurrah in Chicago.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 11
3 burning Blackhawks questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

3 burning Blackhawks questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

The Chicago Blackhawks once again missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. The Blackhawks did not reach the highs that similar teams such as the San Jose Sharks reached a year ago.

Connor Bedard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Update emerges on Connor Bedard's injury recovery

Update emerges on Connor Bedard's injury recovery

The target remains in sight as the Chicago Blackhawks anticipate opening the season without their star forward. 

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
3 Blackhawks Storylines to Follow Heading Into Training Camp

3 Blackhawks Storylines to Follow Heading Into Training Camp

The Chicago Blackhawks training camp is right around the corner, and it’s beginning to feel like the NHL news cycle is picking up. Connor Bedard has been seen on the ice and skating, we’re getting quotes from the Blackhawks rookies from the rookie showcase, and it feels like the hockey season is here.

Kurtis Gabriel News / Ball Exclusives / September 9
Kurtis Gabriel, hockey and the pursuit of happiness

Kurtis Gabriel, hockey and the pursuit of happiness

At the age of 29, Kurtis Gabriel died for the first time. After bouncing between three teams in six years, Gabriel was over the moon, signing his first one-way contract with his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs.

Roman Kantserov News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
The Risks and Rewards of the Blackhawks Testing Roman Kantserov at Center

The Risks and Rewards of the Blackhawks Testing Roman Kantserov at Center

Roman Kantserov is one of the most intriguing additions to the Chicago Blackhawks heading into this upcoming season. He’s among the most anticipated prospects entering the league.  Kantserov was one of the best, if not the best, wingers in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) last season.

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