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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.

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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.

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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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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 26

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Forwards

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.

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 Bedard 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.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 24

Blackhawks receive ominous Connor Bedard warning amid contract talks

The Chicago Blackhawks are primed for a big offseason thanks to their nice chunk of cap room and impressive draft capital. They can sign some free agents, swing some trades and bring in some more young pieces via the NHL Draft.

Landon Slaggert News / The Hockey Writers / May 24

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Landon Slaggert

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 23

Blackhawks’ most ‘likely’ trade target doesn’t make much sense

The Chicago Blackhawks find themselves in a pretty cushy position heading into the NHL offseason. They possess expansive cap room to sign free agents, and they also own a bevy of draft capital that they can use in trades.

Connor Bedard 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.

Andrew Shaw News / ChiCitySports / May 22

Blackhawks could poach this rising star compared to Andrew Shaw

The Chicago Blackhawks have a lot of money to play with this offseason, and they are also stocked with assets they can use in potential trades. Basically, this will be a pivotal summer for the Blackhawks, who have missed the playoffs six years in a row (their longest drought since 1952) and are starving for success.

Frank Nazar News / The Hockey Writers / May 22

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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.

Benjamin Gaudreau News / Inside The Rink / May 20

ECHL: Benjamin Gaudreau To Join Clarkson University

Trois-Rivières Lions goaltender Benjamin Gaudreau is heading to the NCAA to join Clarkson University for the 2026-27 season. We saw this start to happen last summer, and since then, we’ve seen a handful of players decide to go back to school.

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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 18

Chicago Blackhawks Shopping Mikheyev Negotiating Rights

The Chicago Blackhawks are preparing for a potential split with veteran winger Ilya Mikheyev. Speaking on the May 18th edition of the 32 Thoughts: The

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.