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The Chicago Blackhawks started their seven-game home stand with a 5-2 loss to the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes. While it’s still October, there’s some worry surrounding this young Hawks team.

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3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 5-2 Loss to the Hurricanes

To say that this has not been an ideal start to the season for the Chicago Blackhawks would be putting it lightly. They got a big win to start this important home stand but followed that up with a quick trip to Long Island, where they not only lost the game but lost Frank Nazar to suspension.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 10

Blackhawks fall to defending champion Hurricanes 5-2

The Chicago Blackhawks started their seven-game homestand by hosting the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, Sept. 10. Let's look at the Blackhawk's lineup for this contest, how the game went down and what the players and head coach Jeff Blashill had to say after the game.

Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / October 10

Connor Bedard Takes Faceoffs as Shoulder Recovery Moves Forward

Connor Bedard took another step in his shoulder rehab Saturday morning. The Blackhawks captain stayed on the ice after morning skate and took faceoffs,

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / October 10

Eddie Olczyk Returns to Blackhawks as Team Ambassador, Joins CHSN Studio Saturday Night

Eddie Olczyk is home. The Chicago Blackhawks announced Saturday that the Palos Heights native has rejoined the organization as a team Ambassador, and according to the team release, he will join select CHSN Blackhawks broadcasts as a studio analyst starting tonight against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Bowen Byram News / Blackhawk Up / October 10

Blackhawks' Bowen Byram seeks bounce-back performance against Hurricanes after slow start

The Chicago Blackhawks made a splash this past offseason, acquiring Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, defenseman Louis Crevier and a second-round pick in the same draft.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / October 10

Blackhawks Should Be Worried About Weak 2027 NHL Draft Class

The Chicago Blackhawks have had 11 first-round picks since Kyle Davidson was brought in as general manager in 2022. The list is headlined by Connor Bedard,

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 9

Blackhawks’ Frank Nazar to have hearing for head contact on Islanders’ Bo Horvat

Chicago Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar will have a hearing with the NHL’s Department of Player Safety on Friday after throwing a high hit on New York Islanders forward Bo Horvat and being ejected from Thursday’s game at UBS Arena.

Frank Nazar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 9

Frank Nazar To Have Hearing With NHL Player Safety

The NHL Player Safety account has announced that Frank Nazar will have a hearing for “an illegal check to the head against NY Islanders’ Bo Horvat.” The hit came late in the third period in the Chicago Blackhawks two-goal deficit against the New York Islanders, who led 3-1.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 9

Blackhawks penalty kill struggling early, but last season offers hope

Through five games, the Chicago Blackhawks (1-4-0) have surrendered five power-play goals on 15 opportunities. The team sits 25th in the NHL rankings with a 66.7% penalty kill, a sharp contrast to their 2025-26 finish.

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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.

NHL News / On Tap Sports Net / October 9

Chicago Blackhawks Beat Up by New York Islanders, 4-1

The Chicago Blackhawks’ offensive woes continue as the team fell to the New York Islanders, 4-1. Frank Nazar scored the only goal in the loss. To say the Blackhawks’ start to the season has been rough would be the understatement of the century.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 9

3 Takeaways From Blackhawks’ 4-1 Road Loss to the Islanders

The Chicago Blackhawks have yet to find themselves victorious on the road this season, including the preseason. Good news: Chicago has a stretch of seven consecutive games at the United Center, where they’re undefeated.

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

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The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

Connor Bedard News / Blackhawk Up / October 9

Connor Bedard’s presence should give a boost to the Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks haven't gotten off to the start they wanted, but there is a pretty important player who hasn't been in the lineup yet. Connor Bedard is still dealing with his injury, and once he is healthy, Chicago should get a pretty big boost.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 8

Blackhawks fall 4-1 to the Islanders in a frustrating outing

The Chicago Blackhawks headed to Long Island to take on the New York Islanders on Thursday, Sept. 8, trying to carry the momentum from a big 4-2 win in their home opener against the St.

Teuvo Teravainen News / On Tap Sports Net / October 8

Teuvo Teravainen Expected to Restart Skating in the Next Few Days

Teuvo Teravainen is expected to restart skating in the next few days, Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill said Thursday, per Scott Powers of The Athletic.

Andrew Shaw News / New Baseball Media / October 8

2026 Fall College Baseball Reset: Stanford

The rebuild effort for Stanford continued in 2026. No, the Cardinal did not make the NCAA tournament, although there were some positives from last season.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 8

Blackhawks’ Frank Nazar, Anton Frondell look to build on strong track records vs. Islanders

Fresh off their first victory of the season, the Chicago Blackhawks head to Long Island on Thursday to face the New York Islanders, hoping to turn one good night into a trend.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 7

Blackhawks playing inspired hockey, next take on Islanders

The Chicago Blackhawks got a glimpse Tuesday night of what they envisioned when they brought back three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane to mentor their young roster.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 7

Blackhawks Recall Dominic Toninato, Place Andrew Mangiapane On IR

According to a team announcement, the Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Dominic Toninato from the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs. In a corresponding roster move, the Blackhawks placed Andrew Mangiapane on the injured reserve with a lower-body injury.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 7

Blackhawks netminder Spencer Knight sends a perfect Patrick Kane shoutout after Blues win

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the St. Louis Blues in their first home game of the season. Patrick Kane returned to the Blackhawks this offseason, and Tuesday night saw Kane’s first game back at United Center.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 6

Blackhawks take down Blues to post first win of season

Sam Rinzel and Anton Frondell scored two minutes apart in the second period to back a 25-save effort from Spencer Knight as the Chicago Blackhawks edged the St.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Blackhawks’ Home Stand Could Make or Break Season

Many questions surrounded the Chicago Blackhawks heading into the 2026-27 season. With so much young talent, the expectation was that they would convert that talent into results this season.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / October 6

The Blackhawks Must Break Out of Their Defensive Zone

After their first road trip of the 2026-27 season, the Chicago Blackhawks return to the United Center with an 0-3 start. They lost to the Golden Knights, the Mammoth, and the Sabres.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 5

Blackhawks, Blues search for incremental gains in first meeting

The Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues have encountered hardship earlier than either would have hoped but will continue to work toward overcoming it when the rivals meet Tuesday night in Chicago's home opener.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Blackhawks’ Andrew Mangiapane out week-to-week with lower-body injury

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without one of their veteran depth scoring wingers for the foreseeable future, as head coach Jeff Blashill told reporters, including Ben Pope of The Chicago Sun-Times, on Monday that Andrew Mangiapane is out of the lineup on a week-to-week basis with a lower-body injury.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / October 4

Will the Blackhawks hit the 90-point mark this season?

It’s been many years since the Chicago Blackhawks were a competitive team in the NHL, but the franchise is hoping the 2026-27 campaign is a step in the right direction after an offseason that saw them acquire Bowen Byram, re-acquire Patrick Kane and extend Connor Bedard to a long-term contract.

Patrick Kane News / Larry Brown Sports / September 30

Patrick Kane had a great message after scoring his first goal in his return to the Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks got to experience “Showtime” again after a long time. Patrick Kane made his presence felt in his first game back with the Blackhawks on Tuesday during a season-opener against the Vegas Golden Knights at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.