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Blackhawks Notebook: Catching Up on Coaching, Toews, Levshunov, Arena Expansion

It’s the beginning of June and the big news surrounding the Chicago Blackhawks is that they finalized their coaching staff. Let’s learn about new assistant coach Mike Vellucci, why Anders Sorensen stayed on with the Blackhawks and where former head coach Luke Richardson might be headed.

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Chicago Blackhawks Unveil Exciting Expansion Plans for Fifth Third Arena

In a thrilling announcement that promises to alter the Chicago hockey landscape, the Chicago Blackhawks revealed details and stunning renderings for the expansion of their Fifth Third Arena.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 3

Chicago Blackhawks named as a landing spot for 225-goal veteran

The Chicago Blackhawks have done the thing where they surround a promising No. 1 pick with short-term veteran talent to show him the ropes. Now, the Blackhawks need to find long-term solutions to aid in the development of Connor Bedard and a team that needs to start winning again.

Connor Murphy News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 3

Why Blackhawks must trade Connor Murphy in 2025 offseason

The Chicago Blackhawks look to continue to build towards the future. The Blackhawks could move on from Connor Murphy this offseason as part of the building towards the future.

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Lukas Reichel News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 3

Why Blackhawks must not trade Lukas Reichel in 2025 offseason

The Chicago Blackhawks have missed the playoffs for a fifth straight season. They have already made offseason moves, with the Blackhawks hiring Jeff Blashill as their new head coach.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 3

Chicago Blackhawks coach admits ‘disappointment’ with general manager’s decision

The Chicago Blackhawks put Anders Sorensen in a tough position in December. He was asked to leave his job as the head coach of the Rockford IceHogs to take over an 8-16-2 Blackhawks team that had issues with veterans and young players jelling in Year 2 of the rebuild with 2023 first-round pick Connor Bedard.

Ryan Donato News / On Tap Sports Net / June 3

Blackhawks Player Grades: Ryan Donato

When thinking about the 2024-25 season, its difficult to forget about the individual success for Ryan Donato. After topping out at a 31-point clip as his career high, Donato blew those totals out of the water in his contract year. Donato signed a two-year deal with the Blackhawks before the 2023-24 season.

Alec Martinez News / On Tap Sports Net / June 2

Blackhawks Player Grades: Alec Martinez

Entering the 2024-25 season, the Chicago Blackhawks added a number of veterans to supplement their expectedly young core of players. One such player added during the summer was three-time Stanley Cup champion Alec Martinez, who signed a one-year deal as a stop gap on the blue line. At the end of the season, Martinez called it a career.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

Blackhawks’ Bedard & Blashill Coming Together at Just the Right Time

The Chicago Blackhawks are taking care of business this offseason in preparation for their 2025-26 campaign. The front office is getting their coaching staffs in place for both Chicago and Rockford, while the 2025 NHL Draft and free agency are approaching.

Louis Crevier News / On Tap Sports Net / June 1

Blackhawks Player Grades: Louis Crevier

The Chicago Blackhawks had to call upon some unexpected reinforcements throughout the season. With injuries to veterans like Connor Murphy and Alec Martinez, youngsters who weren't garnishing a ton of attention got meaningful run on the blue line. Insert Louis Crevier.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Trade Talk, New Coaches, Nazar & More

When your favorite team is eliminated from the playoffs and they are still going on, you usually look for any news, since a lot of the heavy offseason lifting doesn’t happen until the Stanley Cup is lifted.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / June 1

NHL Rumours: Chicago Blackhawks D-Man Possible Trade Target

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re awaiting the start of the Stanley Cup Final next week. However, we’re thinking about the other 30 teams that did not reach the Final.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 31

Free-agent focus for Chicago Blackhawks

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. There will be several impact players set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Arvid Soderblom News / On Tap Sports Net / May 31

Blackhawks Player Grades: Arvid Soderblom

Entering the 2024-25 season, goaltending was an important question entering the season for the Chicago Blackhawks. The importance was in the sense of direction rather than the immediate state of the position.

Ryan Donato News / The Hockey Writers / May 31

Blackhawks Should Make Re-Signing Ryan Donato a Priority

With just a month to go before NHL contracts expire and a new crop of players enter unrestricted free agency, teams are debating on who to target on July 1 and which of their own players they are going to try and retain.

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Connor Bedard News / House of Hockey / May 31

Connor Bedard's First NHL Head Coach Involved in Talks to Return to the League

Former Chicago Blackhawks coach Luke Richardson, who was fired after another slow start to the year in early December, reportedly wants to return to coaching.

Mitch Marner News / Breakaway on SI / May 31

Blackhawks Unlikely, Yet Intriguing Option in Mitch Marner Race

Picture this: the Chicago Blackhawks agree to terms with big-ticket free agent Mitch Marner. The move is the organization's biggest free agent signing in over 15 years, since inking Marian Hossa during the summer of 2009.

Jonathan Toews News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 30

Ex-Blackhawks star gets real on potential Jonathan Toews return

After more than two years away from the NHL, 15-year Chicago Blackhawks veteran Jonathan Toews is planning to return to the league in 2025-26. Toews has been working out and sharpening his skills in recent months, and he told his agent Pat Brisson that he wants to return to competition.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / May 30

Blackhawks Announce Jared Nightingale as Rockford IceHogs Head Coach

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Friday that Jared Nightingale has been hired as the Rockford IceHogs head coach. Assistant general manager Mark Eaton was the interim head coach, while former head coach Anders Sorensen filled the spot in Chicago.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30

Blackhawks hire Jared Nightingale as AHL HC

The Blackhawks announced they’ve named Jared Nightingale as the head coach of their AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs. He replaces Mark Eaton, who took over as Rockford’s interim head coach to end the campaign after Anders Sorensen was promoted to the NHL bench to serve as the Blackhawks’ interim in the wake of Luke Richardson’s firing.

Jonathan Toews News / Field Level Media / May 29

Ex-Blackhawks star Jonathan Toews plans return to NHL

After a two-year hiatus, former Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews is planning to play in the NHL next season. Toews, 37, informed his agent Pat Brisson that he is committed to embark on a comeback attempt.