Chicago Blackhawks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

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.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

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 / Yardbarker

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.

Jordan Greenway News / Blackhawk Up / October 8

How Jordan Greenway has been a good fit with the Blackhawks

If there has been one thing that has been a consistent bright spot on the Chicago Blackhawks, it's the fourth line of Jordan Greenway, Cole Smith and Ryan Greene.

Patrick Kane News / Blackhawk Up / October 8

Patrick Kane's presence is enhancing the progression of the young Blackhawks forwards

The Chicago Blackhawks brought Patrick Kane back on a two-year deal this past offseason to guide the young, promising forward group. Frank Nazar, Sam Rinzel,

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 4-2 Win Over the Blues

The Chicago Blackhawks finally headed home to kick off a vital home stand that will see them play eight of their next nine games in the friendly confines of the United Center.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / October 7

Showtime: Chicago Blackhawks Win Home Opener 4-2

The Chicago Blackhawks refused to let the St. Louis Blues play spoiler in Showtime’s return to Chicago. Tuesday night at the United Center, the Hawks earned their first win of the season, 4-2, in the home opener.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / October 7

Blackhawks beat Blues 4-2 for first win of the season on Patrick Kane's special night

After three games on the road, the Chicago Blackhawks finally hosted their first home game of the season on Tuesday, Oct. 6. It was an extra special game to celebrate the re-debut of Patrick Kane.

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.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

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

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 6

Blackhawks season is already heading in the wrong direction

The Chicago Blackhawks are already off to a terrible start. They’re 0-3-0 and treading water. Now, the situation shouldn’t be much of a surprise, considering that no one really expected them to compete for a playoff spot this season.

Patrick Kane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Patrick Kane’s hilarious reaction to 1st Blackhawks game back at United Center

The Chicago Blackhawks reunited with star Patrick Kane this NHL season. Kane is making a humorous statement about returning to the United Center to play his first game back in Chicago.

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.

NHL News / The Rink / October 4

Recap: Blackhawks squander third-period lead, fall in Buffalo 4-3

After being embarrassed in their games against the Utah Mammoth, the Chicago Blackhawks brought some heart on Saturday. Sadly their heart and swagger wasn’t enough to secure a victory against the Buffalo Sabres.

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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Viral Sports News / October 4

Former Chicago Blackhawks Defenseman Has Died

Lyle Odelein, the hard-nosed defenseman who spent a short but physical stretch with the Chicago Blackhawks late in his career, died Friday. He was 58. The Quill Lake, Saskatchewan, native died of a heart attack, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported.

Bowen Byram News / Daily Faceoff / October 3

Blackhawks’ Bowen Byram to miss game against Sabres for family matter

The Chicago Blackhawks‘ big offseason addition will have to miss his first opportunity to face his former team. On Saturday, Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill revealed that defenseman Bowen Byram will be out for Saturday’s road game against the Buffalo Sabres due to a family matter.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / October 3

The Blackhawks Need to Address Their Defensive Problems

The Chicago Blackhawks went to Utah to face the Mammoth after getting smacked around by the Vegas Golden Knights and losing 5-2. Things didn’t change at all, and the Blackhawks played a worse game than they did in the season opener, losing 6-0 to the Mammoth.

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.

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.