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Blackhawks Reassign Sam Rinzel

2/5/2026: The Blackhawks reassigned Rinzel back to Rockford today, returning him to the AHL in time for the Olympic break. Rinzel played in three NHL games during his most recent recall, tallying one goal.

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3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 4-0 Shutout Loss to the Blue Jackets

The Chicago Blackhawks dropped the game and got shut out by the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-0. This is the last thing the Blackhawks wanted. Wyatt Kaiser took an ugly spill next to his own net, and while falling, Zach Werenski inadvertently fell on his leg, and all of his weight and stick went onto it.

Wyatt Kaiser News / Daily Faceoff / February 4

Blackhawks’ Wyatt Kaiser exits game against Blue Jackets

Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Wyatt Kaiser exited Wednesday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period and was subsequently ruled out from returning.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

NHL Predictions: February 4, Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks hit the road to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in the final game before the Olympic break.

Patrick Kane News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Artyom Levshunov News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Blackhawks Fans Need to Be Patient With Levshunov

Artyom Levshunov, the Chicago Blackhawks’ second-overall pick in 2024, has had a difficult second half of the season. He was recently scratched from the lineup, and his replacement, Sam Rinzel, has played two strong games, including scoring his second goal of the season against the San Jose Sharks on Monday.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / February 3

Recap: Blackhawks fend off Sharks, win 6-3

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Monday night’s action in a rough patch. They had lost their last five games total, with a couple losses coming in the shootout, but badly needed a rebound game or two before the Olympic break.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Blackhawks Snap 5-Game Losing Skid With Big 6-3 Win Over the Sharks

The Chicago Blackhawks and the San Jose Sharks squared off for the first of three contests this season on Monday, Feb. 2. It was a much anticipated matchup between dynamic young superstars Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / February 3

Ryan Donato Scores Twice In 6-3 Win Against Sharks

The Blackhawks returned to the win column on Monday night at the United Center, snapping a five-game losing streak with a convincing 6-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini wanted to throw it down on center ice

All eyes were on young stars Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard in Monday’s game between the San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks, and the hockey world nearly got an unexpected twist in their budding rivalry.

Ryan Donato News / Field Level Media / February 2

Ryan Donato's big night powers Blackhawks over Sharks

Ryan Donato had two goals and two assists and Ilya Mikheyev had a goal and three assists as the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the visiting San Jose Sharks 6-3 on Monday to stop a five-game losing streak.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Pregame Blackhawks & Sharks Notes: Celebrini, Bedard & More 2/2/2026

The Chicago Blackhawks are almost complete with a very busy part of the season. They have two games remaining before the Olympic break, and in the midst of a five-game losing streak, they want to go into the break on a high note.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / February 2

Blackhawks Face Sharks as Rival Rebuilds Head in Different Directions

For several years, the Chicago Blackhawks and the San Jose Sharks have followed nearly identical blueprints. Both tore down championship rosters, endured brutal seasons to secure top draft picks, selected the two best young players in hockey and accumulated elite prospect pools around them.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 2

1 trade Blackhawks must make before NHL Olympic break

The Chicago Blackhawks appeared to be a team on the rise well into the third month of the 2025-26 season. Young phenom Connor Bedard was showing off his eye-catching speed and his wicked wrist shot and the Blackhawks appeared to be a team on the rise.

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The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

NHL Predictions: February 2nd, Chicago Blackhawks vs San Jose Sharks

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks play at the United Center for the final time before the Olympic break against the San Jose Sharks.

Sam Rinzel News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 30

Blackhawks Recall Sam Rinzel

The Chicago Blackhawks have made a move to fortify their blue-line. Top prospect Sam Rinzel has been recalled to the NHL, putting him on the Blackhawks roster for the first time in 2026.

Connor Bedard News / Professor Press Box / January 30

Blackhawks Connor Bedard Is Already Making History

Thursday night, Connor Bedard added another milestone to a career that feels like it’s only just begun. With a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins, he reached 50 points this season and became the third Blackhawks player in the past 30 years to hit 50 points in each of their first three NHL seasons, joining Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / January 30

Recap: Blackhawks blasted in Pittsburgh

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Thursday night’s action having lost their last three games. Two were shootout and overtime losses, giving them points, but all the games were not pretty.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

NHL Predictions: January 30, Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks return home to battle the Columbus Blue Jackets. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 29

Patrick Kane becomes top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

Red Wings' Patrick Kane passes Hall of Famer Mike Modano to become top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

Just a couple of weeks after joining the 500-goal club, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane reached another major milestone on Thursday night.

Three logical trade destinations for Rangers' Artemi Panarin

Goaltender Alex Lyon sets club mark as hot Sabres beat Kings

Bruins' Pavel Zacha leaves game with an upper-body injury

Hurricanes pull off historic comeback win against Mammoth

Two of the best teams in the West to face off in 2027 Stadium Series

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / January 27

Analysis: The Blackhawks’ need for a premier left-side defenseman

Heading toward the Olympic break, the Chicago Blackhawks are five points from a wild card spot in the NHL playoff race; a far cry from what fans thought would be a long, dreary season toward yet another top-five lottery draft pick.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / January 26

Blackhawks ready to bring back Teuvo Teravainen vs. Wild

Connor Bedard is about to get a boost on the Chicago Blackhawks' top scoring line. Chicago expects to welcome back forward Teuvo Teravainen from injury when the Blackhawks face off against the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

Nick Lardis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Chicago Blackhawks Reassign Nick Lardis

The Chicago Blackhawks announced today that forward Nick Lardis has been reassigned to the club’s AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs. While Lardis has performed admirably in his first two months as an NHL player, he finds himself returning to the AHL as a result of the wider numbers game that gets played when planning an NHL roster.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / January 25