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Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

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Five-time All-Star forward Dennis Hull dies at 81

Dennis Hull, the two-way NHL forward who starred alongside superstar brother Bobby Hull with the Chicago Blackhawks, helped Canada win the 1972 Summit Series over the Soviet Union, and appeared in five NHL All-Star Games, died Saturday at the age of 81.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 30

This Chicago Blackhawks player is a major trade candidate this offseason

The Chicago Blackhawks have a lot of questions they need to answer this offseason. They have a significant amount of cap space and multiple top picks heading into the offseason.

Ilya Mikheyev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30

NHL Issues Tampering Memo Amid Ilya Mikheyev Speculation

In recent years, teams have been more open about the idea of allowing players under contract to talk to other teams. Sometimes, it’s to facilitate trades while this season, it eventually yielded some mutual contract terminations as well, allowing players to move for a better opportunity while the former teams received cap relief.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 30

Blackhawks could flinch on top trade target for one critical reason

The Chicago Blackhawks are loaded with assets heading into the NHL offseason. They have quite a bit of cap space, own the No. 4 overall pick in the NHL Draft and also possess three second-rounders.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Louis Crevier News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Louis Crevier

The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the organization had more progress in mind when they embarked on this campaign.

Mario Ferraro News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

Chicago Blackhawks Need to Sign Mario Ferraro

Heading into the offseason, the Chicago Blackhawks once again find themselves in a position with a top-five pick in the draft. While it’s exciting that they could be looking to add yet another young, talented player to a roster filled with them, they need to make some additions that will affect the roster now.

Ilya Mikheyev News / NHL Trade Talk / May 29

NHL Crackdown Begins: Blackhawks Flagged After Mikheyev Memo Situation

The NHL has issued a strong reminder to all 32 teams regarding player rights and tampering rules after concerns over how the Chicago Blackhawks have handled pending UFA forward Ilya Mikheyev.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

How Blackhawks Are Shaping The Next Wave of Team Leaders

“Leadership” has been a big buzzword all season for the Chicago Blackhawks, especially after veterans Jason Dickinson, Nick Foligno, and Connor Murphy (captain and alternate captains) got traded at the NHL Trade Deadline.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / May 29

NHL Sends Memo to Blackhawks, All Teams: Strict Reminder on Pending UFA Negotiating Rights

The NHL has issued a league-wide memo reminding all 32 teams of the rules regarding pending unrestricted free agents, with the Chicago Blackhawks’ situation involving forward Ilya Mikheyev serving as the apparent catalyst.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 29

Chicago Blackhawks receive more bad news on top NHL Draft target

The Chicago Blackhawks have definitely shown improvement over the last couple of seasons, but the fact of the matter is that they have still missed the playoffs six years in a row, representing their longest drought since 1952.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 28

Blackhawks insider reveals massive intel on potential blockbuster trade

The Chicago Blackhawks are heading into a pivotal offseason in which they possess a solid amount of cap space and impressive draft capital. The Blackhawks own the No.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 27

Blackhawks linked to unique defenseman Connor Bedard would love

The Chicago Blackhawks are absolutely loaded with young defensemen, but they lack established veteran talent at the position. While many feel that the Blackhawks should prioritize targeting a wing to put alongside of Connor Bedard this offseason, they may actually decide that pursuing a quality defenseman should be their primary action.

Darren Raddysh News / The Hockey Writers / May 27

Blackhawks Should Target Darren Raddysh in Free Agency

This is the season where the Chicago Blackhawks need to make a move in the summer. Whether it’s trading the fourth pick in the NHL Draft or making a signing in free agency, something needs to be done. The Blackhawks have an opening at defenseman, since Matt Grzelcyk is coming off the books.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 26

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Connor Bedard News / Trade Talk Sports / May 26

Connor Bedard Poised to Cash In on Next Contract

The upcoming restricted free agent class in the NHL is stacked with big-name players, but none are more prominent than Connor Bedard. Bedard’s first three years in the league have already flown by, and now with the rising salary cap playing into his favor, it sounds as if the 2023 first-overall pick is about to cash in with a massive new deal.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 26

Blackhawks’ top offseason priority might irritate Connor Bedard

When you look at the Chicago Blackhawks, you’ll immediately notice that they are in dire need of another wing alongside of Connor Bedard. Yes, they do have Tyler Bertuzzi, but that’s about it in terms of forward help for Bedard.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / May 25

Blackhawks Open to 'Pursuing Players', Including a Bold Offer Sheet

In a recent mailbag column for The Athletic, Scott Powers reveals that the Chicago Blackhawks aren’t closing the door on any and all options this offseason.

Teuvo Teravainen News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

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Connor Bedard News / NHL Rumors / May 24

The Chicago Blackhawks and Connor Bednard Negotiating a Contract Extension

Daily Faceoff: David Pagnotta, on the Chicago Blackhawks and pending RFA forward Connor Bedard‘s agents have been going back and forth, looking at different term and money.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 22

Blackhawks rumors: Connor Bedard’s latest contract update will fire up fans

Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson has one key priority above all else this summer — securing his franchise cornerstone long-term. Connor Bedard is set to become a restricted free agent on July 1, and the latest update from The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta should excite Blackhawks fans.

Kevin Korchinski News / On Tap Sports Net / May 21

“Off Record”: Blackhawks Willing to Trade Kevin Korchinski

Apparently, things that are said off record aren’t always kept as such. According to CHGO Blackhawks, there have been “off record” discussions that suggest the Chicago Blackhawks are planning to dangle Kevin Korchinski in trade packages this summer.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

Blackhawks rumors: The pending UFA Chicago is trying to trade

The Chicago Blackhawks are in the midst of another long offseason following a sixth consecutive campaign without playoff hockey. The Hawks finished eighth in the Central Division for a fourth straight year, and will be trying to take a significant step forward in 2026-27 with a talented young core.

Ilya Mikheyev News / Daily Faceoff / May 18

Report: Blackhawks make UFA Ilya Mikheyev’s negotiating rights available for trade

A former prospect could be on his way to finding a new home before July 1. In Monday’s edition of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reported that the Chicago Blackhawks have made pending unrestricted free agent forward Ilya Mikheyev’s signing rights available for trade.

Roman Kantserov News / Daily Faceoff / May 14

Blackhawks sign Roman Kantserov to entry-level contract

A highly-touted prospect is officially coming to this side of the pond. On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that they had signed forward Roman Kantserov to a three-year, entry-level contract.