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2026-27 Season Is Incredibly Important for the Blackhawks & Kyle Davidson

This upcoming season for the Chicago Blackhawks is the most important one they have had in a long time. The season starts on Sept. 29 when they go to Vegas to play the Golden Knights, a team that just recently made it to the Stanley Cup Final; it will be no easy feat, especially without Connor Bedard.

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The greatest Opening Night performers in Blackhawks history

The Chicago Blackhawks are about to begin their 101st season by visiting the Vegas Golden Knights, a team that has only existed a fraction of the Original Six’s time in the NHL.

Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / September 29

Former Blackhawks Captains Pass the Torch to Connor Bedard

The Chicago Blackhawks released a roughly five-minute captaincy tribute video late Sunday night, framing Connor Bedard’s first season wearing the Cagainst the backdrop ofd the franchise’s past captains.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / September 28

Final on their minds, Knights battle Connor Bedard-less Blackhawks

The Ryan Craig era of Vegas hockey begins Tuesday night when the Golden Knights face the rebuilding Chicago Blackhawks in the teams' season opener in Las Vegas.

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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?"

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 28

Blackhawks preseason storylines revisited: Projected defensive pairings headed into the 2026-27 season

Training camp is in the books for the Chicago Blackhawks, and they start games for real on Sept. 29 versus the Vegas Golden Knights. We found out on Sunday that the team put forward Landon Slaggert on waivers, meaning they intend to carry eight defensemen to start the 2026-27 campaign.

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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.

Landon Slaggert News / Blackhawk Up / September 28

Blackhawks' preseason storylines: all eyes on Vegas, including roster moves, Slaggert & more

The Chicago Blackhawks are officially ONE day away from opening their season against the Vegas Golden Knights in Vegas on Sept. 29. The players are looking forward to seeing what they can accomplish this season.

Ryan Greene News / Blackhawk Up / September 27

Ryan Greene continues to adapt well in different roles with Blackhawks

Last season, the Chicago Blackhawks relied a lot on Ryan Greene. The rookie worked his way into a full-time spot in the lineup, and he became a staple on Connor Bedard's line and on special teams.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 27

Blackhawks preseason storylines revisited: Goaltending battles that weren't

A shortened training camp for the Chicago Blackhawks is now in the books. One of the drawbacks of this truncated format was that the coaching staff started with what they believed was their best lineup, based on last season’s data and information.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / September 27

Blackhawks Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Roster Decisions, Moore’s Development & More

The Chicago Blackhawks finished their preseason schedule 2-2-0 after a 3-2 win over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night. Even in the two losses, the team looked good, especially the young players.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 26

Blackhawks top Blues 3-2, end preseason on a high note

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the St. Louis Blues at the United Center for their final preseason game before the real season starts on Sept. 29. Patrick Kane didn't suit up, as he's saving his returning debut for the home-opener on Oct.

Jordan Greenway News / On Tap Sports Net / September 26

Jordan Greenway Expected Available for Blackhawks Season Opener vs. Vegas

Chicago Blackhawks forward Jordan Greenway is expected to be available for Tuesday’s season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights, head coach Jeff Blashill said Saturday, according to Mario Tirabassi.

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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 / Blackhawk Up / September 26

Bowen Byram and the biggest gambles of the Kyle Davidson era

Bowen Byram spent July house-hunting in Chicago. A week after his wedding, he fit in a skate with Alex Vlasic and Artyom Levshunov between viewings. The contract was already done by then: six years, a $12.5 million cap hit from 2027-28 and, according to The Athletic's Scott Powers, a full no-movement clause.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 26

Blackhawks preseason storylines revisited: Analyzing the top six forwards headed into the 2026-27 season

The Chicago Blackhawks are nearing the end of a very short training camp, due to the new rules in the collective bargaining agreement. This shortened camp had its drawbacks, and many storylines are left somewhat unresolved.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 26

The next big Blackhawks contracts on the horizon

The Chicago Blackhawks took care of an important piece of business this week as they extended forward Oliver Moore for five years at $4.25 million per season.

Oliver Moore News / The Hockey Writers / September 26

Breaking Down Oliver Moore’s Contract Extension With Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks followed suit with the current trend of paying players now based on what they could be to save money in the future with the rising salary cap.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 25

Blackhawks roster cuts continue while the team identity takes shape on Day 8 of training camp

The Chicago Blackhawks entered their eighth day of training camp, and the roster is now down to 29 players, with some more players being sent to the Rockford IceHogs.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 24

Blackhawks fall 1-0 to the Blues in their 3rd preseason game

The Chicago Blackhawks traveled to St. Louis on Thursday, Sept. 24 to take on the Blues for their third game of the preseason. The big news from earlier in the day was Oliver Moore signing a five-year contract extension with a $4.25 annual cap hit.

Oliver Moore News / Field Level Media / September 24

Blackhawks sign F Oliver Moore to 5-year deal

Forward Oliver Moore became the latest young NHL player to agree to a long-term deal, signing a five-year, $21.25 million contract with the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 24

The Blackhawks could have two of the NHL’s best deals in Frank Nazar and Oliver Moore

The Chicago Blackhawks have reached for the checkbook once again this offseason. Now extending Oliver Moore for another five years in Chi-Town. Another $4.25 million down may look like a steal in only a couple of years.

Oliver Moore News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24

Blackhawks Sign Oliver Moore To Five-Year Extension

The Chicago Blackhawks are tidying up one more piece of business before the 2026-27 season begins. Forward Oliver Moore has been signed to a five-year, $21.25MM extension per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Blackhawks Announce Connor Bedard Update Before 2026-27 NHL Season

Connor Bedard will enter the 2026-27 NHL season as the second-youngest captain in Chicago Blackhawks history. However, his fourth year in the league will begin with the franchise player still recovering from shoulder surgery.

Connor Bedard News / NHL Trade Talk / September 23

No Bedard: Blackhawks Bracing for Life Without Their Captain

Well, this isn’t exactly how the Chicago Blackhawks wanted to start the season. Head coach Jeff Blashill says Connor Bedard isn’t close to joining the team for practice yet, which pretty much confirms what everyone was hoping wouldn’t happen.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 23

Three NHL defensemen poised for a breakout season

Several young NHL defensemen are entering the 2026 season with bigger opportunities and higher expectations. Some have already flashed star potential, while others are finally getting the role needed to show what they can do. Here are three defensemen poised for a breakout season.

Blackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram has dream debut after signing massive extension

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Bowen Byram News / ChiCitySports / September 22

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.

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.