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How the Blackhawks are fighting adversity; 'you have to embrace the grind'

The Chicago Blackhawks have been the talk of the town lately…for all the wrong reasons. They have a dismal 5-13-2 record through the first 20 games, having lost 10 of the last 12 contests.

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Blackhawks Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Fighting for Points, Commesso’s Call-Up & More

The Chicago Blackhawks came out of a five-day break with a couple of points against two tough teams. However, the team hasn’t won back-to-back games since mid-October.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / November 14

Same Old Hawks: Chicago Blackhawks Blow 4-0 Lead to Jets, 5-4

The Chicago Blackhawks held a 4-0 lead in the second period off of Connor Bedard’s two points. By the time the shootout ended, Chicago only walked away with one point in a 5-4 loss to the Winnipeg Jets.

Spencer Knight News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14

Blackhawks goalie Spencer Knight had an embarrassing snafu that led to a Jets goal

Things went from bad to worse quickly for Chicago Blackhawks goalie Spencer Knight during a game on Saturday against the visiting Winnipeg Jets at the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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NHL News / Blackhawk Up / November 14

Blackhawks give up a 4-goal lead, fall to Jets 5-4 in a shootout

The Winnipeg Jets have been on a tear lately, winning their last five games; including an 8-3 rout over the Dallas Stars this past Thursday (Nov. 12). Before that...they lost nine games in a row.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / Ball Exclusives / November 14

Jets Beat Blackhawks 5-4

The Winnipeg Jets held off the Chicago Blackhawks 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday at United Center, with Nico Daws making 12 saves. Tyler Bertuzzi opened the scoring at 1:48 of the first period, with assists from Oliver Moore and Connor Bedard.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

How we would fix the Chicago Blackhawks

We had modest expectations at best for the 2026-27 Chicago Blackhawks. A look back at our predictions poll reveals none of us had them making the playoffs.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / November 13

The Chicago Blackhawks Eke Out a 3-2 Overtime Win over Buffalo

The Chicago Blackhawks snapped a six-game losing streak to record their first win since October 27th against the Los Angeles Kings. In the 2010s, no team was more dominant than the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 13

3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 3-2 Win Over the Sabres

When you get drubbed 9-2, it gets people talking. When that drubbing is your sixth consecutive loss, it has people grasping at straws and calling for heads.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 12

Blackhawks snap 6-game skid with OT win over Sabres

Ryan Donato scored at 3:12 of overtime as the Chicago Blackhawks rallied to snap a six-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the visiting Buffalo Sabres on Thursday.

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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.

NHL News / Ball Exclusives / November 13

Blackhawks Beat Sabres 3-2 as Nazar Scores 2

Frank Nazar scored twice as the Chicago Blackhawks held off the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in overtime on Thursday night at United Center. Owen Power opened the scoring at 9:00 of the first period, with assists from Josh Norris and Jack Quinn.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / November 12

Two Chicago Blackhawks Prospects Making Waves Overseas

There is no doubt that the Chicago Blackhawks are, and have been, a bad hockey team. With that comes a plethora of NHL draft picks and prospects. When looking at the list of prospects, some familiar names are toward the top.

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Patrick Kane News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Blackhawks’ Patrick Kane activated from IR, expected to return vs. Sabres

Showtime is back in action in the Windy City. On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks activated forward Patrick Kane from injured reserve. With that, he’s expected to be in the lineup for that night’s game, as the Blackhawks are set to play host to the Buffalo Sabres.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / November 12

Have the Chicago Blackhawks Hit Rock Bottom?

When game time comes for the Blackhawks this season, their fans let out a resounding sigh for what the next 60 minutes will bring. Other than the Vancouver Canucks, the Blackhawks have the worst record in the NHL.

Dillon Boucher News / The Hockey Writers / November 12

Dillon Boucher’s Improbable NHL Debut for the Blackhawks

On Nov. 4, 2026, Dillon Boucher made his debut with the Chicago Blackhawks at age 29. Every so often, a player in their late 20s or early 30s makes their NHL debut.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 12

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard backs Jeff Blashill as losing streak continues

The 2026-27 season is already going off the rails for the Chicago Blackhawks, who are 4-13-1, dead last in the Central Division and mired in a six-game losing streak.

Elliotte Friedman News / Blackhawk Up / November 12

NHL Insider harshly criticizes Blackhawks, points to lack of physicality as team's true weakness

On Monday, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman devoted a lengthy segment of his 32 Thoughts podcast to the state of the Chicago Blackhawks, who hold a 4-13-1 record for second-worst record in the NHL.

Kyle Davidson News / Daily Faceoff / November 11

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson: ‘We’re intent on improving the playing roster’

The Chicago Blackhawks have been arguably the biggest disappointment in the NHL this season, and general manager Kyle Davidson knows it. Their 4-13-1 start has them in 31st place in the NHL standings, and they are one of just two teams that has yet to reach 10 points in the standings.