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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 9
Grading the Blackhawks’ 2026 Offseason Moves
“I believe there is a lot of value [in] just getting your guy and bringing them into your group.” General manager (GM) Kyle Davidson said that to the media after he was asked about overpaying for defenseman Bowen Byram. Davidson had his busiest offseason as a GM so far.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 7
Blackhawks could trade multiple 1st-round picks, says insider
The Chicago Blackhawks boast an embarrassment of riches in the 2027 NHL Draft, owning three first-round picks next summer. The franchise also hasn’t made the playoffs in six full seasons, and fans in the Windy City are hoping a lengthy rebuild is finally reaching its conclusion.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 7
Answering Questions About the Blackhawks’ Blue Line & Projected Pairings
One of the things that’s always a topic of discussion when it comes to the Chicago Blackhawks is their defensemen. It’s crucial for teams to have good blueliners that can carry their team to more wins and success.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 7
Realistic Expectations for the 2026-27 Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago Blackhawks general manager (GM) Kyle Davidson likely has his opening night lineup currently on the roster for the season. After a 2025-26 season in which the Blackhawks remained at the bottom of the NHL, finishing 31st in the league, I’m starting to think about what fair expectations would be.
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.
Artyom Levshunov News / On Tap Sports Net / August 6
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Artyom Levshunov
The forever debate will be whether or not the Chicago Blackhawks were correct by selecting defenseman Artyom Levshunov over winger Ivan Demidov. Regardless of which side of the fence you lie on, the Blackhawks need Levshunov to develop into a franchise cornerstone on the blue line.
Spencer Knight News / The Hockey Writers / August 6
Blackhawks’ Spencer Knight Can Become Top 10 Goalie This Season
This offseason, the Chicago Blackhawks made headlines by paying through the nose to get what they hope is a true No. 1 defender in Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres in June.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 5
3 Blackhawks Storylines to Follow Ahead of the 2026-27 Season
With their current stars and pipeline of prospects, the future looks bright for the Chicago Blackhawks, but it will take some time before we see playoff hockey in Chicago.
Patrick Kane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 4
Incoming Blackhawks rookie drops ultimate Patrick Kane praise
The Chicago Blackhawks are hoping for a successful 2026-27 season, with Patrick Kane back on the roster. Blackhawks rookie Roman Kantserov is excited about the chance to soon play with Kane.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / August 3
The Chicago Blackhawks Have Five Years to Win a Stanley Cup
Connor Bedard‘s new five-year contract is so much more than an extension for one individual hockey player. It is symbolic of the Chicago Blackhawks’ timeline to contention.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 29
Patrick Kane's Blackhawks return must be more than a homecoming story
Patrick Kane is back where his NHL career began, and nobody needs to pretend the reunion is anything short of fascinating.
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.
Roman Kantserov News / On Tap Sports Net / July 29
Roman Kantserov Excited for Rookie Season With Blackhawks
Roman Kantserov spoke to the media at the Upper Deck Rookie Showcase on Wednesday. It marked the first time the Russian forward appeared publicly in a Chicago Blackhawks jersey since being drafted in 2022.
Bowen Byram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 25
Bowen Byram Had A Bigger Offer On The Table This Offseason
When the Blackhawks acquired defenseman Bowen Byram from the Sabres before the draft, there was some sticker shock on two fronts. The first was the price paid to acquire him with a package including the fourth-overall pick. The second was the subsequent six-year, $75MM contract extension he signed earlier this month.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25
Reunion on Their Radar: Blackhawks Looking to Sign Jonathan Toews
The Chicago Blackhawks may not be done with reunions this offseason. A day after officially bringing back Patrick Kane, general manager Kyle Davidson said Chicago would love to give Jonathan Toews the same send-off the franchise gave Marian Hossa: a one-day contract that lets him retire as a Blackhawk.
Bowen Byram News / NHL Rumors / July 23
One Team Was Thinking $14 Million for Bowen Byram
Before Bowen Byram was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks, has agent was talking to some teams, and the price got as high as $14 million Puck Pedia: Agent Darren Ferris said when talking to some teams about what Bowen Byram was looking for, one team went as high as $14 million.
Connor Bedard News / Yardbarker / July 18
Blackhawks' Connor Bedard extension is a win-win deal
The Chicago Blackhawks extension of forward Connor Bedard has made him the third-highest paid player in NHL and the resigning of Bedard benefits both sides.
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