Chicago Blackhawks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Connor Bedard makes Blackhawks history amid major career milestone

The Chicago Blackhawks are enjoying a breakout campaign from Connor Bedard. The 2023 No. 1 overall pick is playing like an MVP candidate at this time. And if he keeps this going, Chicago very well could make the Stanley Cup Playoffs sooner rather than later.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

What has Jeff Blashill done to improve the Blackhawks this season?

The Chicago Blackhawks have been one of the big surprises of this NHL season as we reach the quarter pole. After a dreadful 25-46-11 campaign last year that saw Chicago finish 31st in the NHL with just 61 points, the Blackhawks are 10-6-4 so far this season and are tied for third place in the Central Division.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Younger teams have the potential to be outer-circle Stanley Cup contenders in short order

The 2025-26 NHL season to this point has been marked by several young, up-and-coming teams playing like they may be closer to legitimate contender status than previously thought.

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

The '2006-07 Anaheim Ducks' quiz

Connor Bedard News / Breakaway on SI / November 21

Connor Bedard Tells All About Being Blackhawks Assistant Captain

Connor Bedard’s sophomore season was always going to come with high expectations, but few expected this kind of leap. A year removed from flashes of brilliance mixed with rookie learning curves, Bedard now looks like a fully formed star — calm, lethal and in complete command of the Chicago Blackhawks' offense.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Spencer Knight News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Spencer Knight is establishing himself as a top goaltender in the league

Even with little expectations, Spencer Knight is helping make the Chicago Blackhawks relevant again. Through the first month or so of the 2025-26 season, Knight has been exceptional, and his ability to come up with big saves at the right time has kept the Blackhawks in the playoff race, albeit in the month of November.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Blackhawks announce return of black alternate jersey

The Chicago Blackhawks are bringing back a fan favorite. The team announced Friday they will be bringing back their black alternate jerseys as the franchise celebrates its 100th anniversary.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

3 Takeaways From Blackhawks’ 3-2 Loss to the Kraken

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the Seattle Kraken at the United Center on Thursday, Nov. 20. This was the second of three matchups between these two clubs; the first of which saw the Kraken defeated the Hawks 3-1 on Nov.

Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Blackhawks Coach Reacts to Connor Bedard's Unsportsmanlike Conduct Penalty vs. Kraken

A late penalty to Connor Bedard helped swing the game in the Seattle Kraken’s favor on Thursday night, ending the Chicago Blackhawks’ six-game point streak with a 3–2 loss at United Center.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Connor Bedard's Unfiltered Message After Head Hit on Andre Burakovsky

The Chicago Blackhawks lost more than just the game on Thursday night against the Seattle Kraken. Midway through the first period, Chicago forward Andre Burakovsky was knocked out of action after taking a shoulder to the head from Seattle’s Ryan Lindgren.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / November 21

Blackhawks Announce Return of Alternate Jersey

The Chicago Blackhawks are celebrating 100 years in the NHL, and the campaign is off to a strong start. The team is 10-6-4, good for 24 points and one of the Wild Card spots in the Western Conference.

Andre Burakovsky News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Blackhawks’ Andre Burakovsky leaves game vs. Kraken with injury

Chicago Blackhawks forward Andre Burakovsky left Thursday’s game against the Seattle Kraken after being on the receiving end of a huge open-ice check by Ryan Lindgren late in the first period.

Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard takes accountability for critical unsportsmanlike penalty

Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks could not sustain their momentum from back-to-back wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Calgary Flames, as they ended their four-game home stand with a frustrating 3-2 loss at the hands of the visiting Seattle Kraken at the United Center in Chicago.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The '2022 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

Tyler Bertuzzi News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi expected to return to lineup vs. Kraken

A spirited player is set to jump back in the lineup. When speaking to the media, Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill stated that he expects forward Tyler Bertuzzi to play against the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Jeff Blashill explains why Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard received major leadership honor

The Chicago Blackhawks have gotten off to a strong start to the 2025 NHL season, currently sitting at 10-5-4 at this early juncture of the campaign. Former number one overall draft pick Connor Bedard has been excellent to open up the campaign, recently recording an impressive hat trick in the Blackhawks’ win at home over the Calgary Flames.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Dickinson, Foligno, Rinzel & Leadership

The Chicago Blackhawks have a 9-5-4 record this season and have been a pleasant surprise, performing well. They have shown early on to be a resilient team, but, as in any other NHL season, they will face adversity, and their current injury report is significant.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 17

Confident Blackhawks want to keep rolling against last-place Flames

Confidence continues to build within the Chicago Blackhawks' dressing room, a movement that's translating to success. The Blackhawks, who host the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, are riding a 4-0-1 tear over the past five games and collected points in seven of their last nine.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 17

Blackhawks’ Laurent Brossoit resumes skating

Blackhawks goaltender Laurent Brossoit was on the ice today ahead of practice for the first time in well over a year, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Nick Foligno News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Blackhawks' Nick Foligno to miss four weeks with hand injury

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without captain Nick Foligno for the next month, head coach Jeff Blashill told Mario Tirabassi of CHGO Sports. Foligno sustained a hand injury after blocking a shot in Saturday night’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / November 16

Recap: Chicago scores twice in third in 3-2 defeat of Toronto

Colton Dach scored late to give the Chicago Blackhawks (9-5-4) the 3-2 victory on home ice over the Toronto Maple Leafs (8-9-2). Dach’s goal was his second of season in 18 games played.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 12

Blackhawks recall Landon Slaggert, Jason Dickinson remains out

The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Landon Slaggert just over one week after his latest assignment. He will help the Blackhawks address injuries to centerman Jason Dickinson and winger Andre Burakovsky.