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Bowen Byram's first crack at PP1 could change everything for the Blackhawks

Bowen Byram has spent too much time watching other defensemen quarterback the power play. But now it's his turn to run things in Chicago. For Byram, this isn't just a new role.

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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.

Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Blackhawks Reveal Reason Behind Connor Bedard Honor Before 4th NHL Season

Connor Bedard became the second-youngest captain in Chicago Blackhawks history last week, and manager Kyle Davidson has finally explained why the organization believes the 21-year-old is ready for the role.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 21

Byram nets hat trick in Blackhawks 4-3 OT win over the Wild in 1st preseason game at the United Center

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the the Minnesota Wild at the United Center in their second exhibition game of the preseason on Monday, Sept. 21. It was the first time the NHL regulars took to the ice, as the AHL group played in Minnesota on Sept.

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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?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 21

Blackhawks Loan Nine Players to Rockford

On Monday, September 21st, nine players were sent from the Chicago Blackhawks to the Rockford IceHogs. The move comes just hours after Derrick Pouliot was waived by the team.

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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.

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.

Kevin Korchinski News / Blackhawk Up / September 21

Can Kevin Korchinski put himself back in play?

Kevin Korchinski is a player that has been written off by many already in the Chicago Blackhawks fandom. Even after extending with the club for two more years this summer, the prevailing assumption has been that he is a guy who is still on the outside looking in when it comes to the future of the Blackhawks blueline.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 21

3 Things to Watch for With the Blackhawks This Week

The Chicago Blackhawks’ young core showed a lot of promise in their first preseason game on Saturday, despite the 3-2 overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild.

Patrick Kane News / On Tap Sports Net / September 21

Patrick Kane Will Not Play in Blackhawks Preseason Home Opener

The Chicago Blackhawks take the ice at the United Center for the first time on Monday night. Although its only the preseason home opener, the excitement surrounding the Hawks is as high as its ever been.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 21

The Chicago Blackhawks Make Three Training Camp Moves

The Chicago Blackhawks made their first three cuts of training camp Sunday afternoon. Ryan Roobroeck, Parker Holmes, and Ty Henry were all sent back down to their CHL clubs.

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHLFanCentral / September 21

Young Hockey Players Embrace the Pressure of Playing in Front of Hundreds of Scouts

Wednesday at the USG Arena inside the Chicago Blackhawks training facility, the Green Bay Gamblers faced the Sioux City Musketeers. As the teams played,

Ethan Del Mastro News / Blackhawk Up / September 20

How Ethan Del Mastro is working to show he can be an NHL regular with the Blackhawks

At the Chicago Blackhawks training camp, the defense has been a talking point because they have eight NHL-caliber defensemen, but two will be left out of the starting six.