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Connor Bedard’s next contract could hit $120M: insider predicts massive deal for Blackhawks star

The Chicago Blackhawks have one major storyline dominating the front office right now, securing a long-term extension for franchise superstar Connor Bedard.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / November 24

'That’s just reality': Chicago Blackhawks handled Avalanche push the right way

The Chicago Blackhawks returned to the United Center on Sunday night with something to prove. After suffering a painful 9–3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, the team faced the daunting task of regrouping against the NHL’s best squad, the Colorado Avalanche, who entered the matchup with a blistering 16-1-5 record.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / November 22

Insider makes shocking statement about Connor Bedard’s chances of making team Canada

Connor Bedard is lighting up the NHL in his third season, but somehow, the 20-year-old superstar isn’t receiving the level of praise he deserves. Despite

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Spencer Knight News / The Hockey Writers / November 22

Knight & Söderblom’s Partnership Aiding Blackhawks Early Success

Without solid goaltending in the NHL, teams can’t expect to go very far. It’s difficult to find a “franchise” goalie. It’s just as difficult to find a backup goaltender who can complement the starter just as well.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / November 22

Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar are proving they’re ready to lead the Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering a new era, and the future leadership core of the franchise is beginning to take shape right before everyone’s eyes.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / November 22

Blackhawks prospect Mason West leads high school to football state championship as quarterback

Chicago Blackhawks prospect Mason West, a dual-sport star, wrapped up his football career in style on Friday night. The six-foot-six center and No. 29 overall pick in the 2025 NHL draft is also the star quarterback of Edina High, and he led his team to the Minnesota class AAAAAA state championship with a 42-35 win over Moorhead.

NHL News / The Rink / November 22

Recap: Blackhawks beat down in Buffalo, drop 9-3 loss to Sabres

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Friday night’s action hoping to bounce back after a bad loss the night before in Chicago against the Seattle Kraken. Andre Burakovsky would not play in this game, swapping out for Landon Slaggert, with Arvid Soderblom taking the place of Spencer Knight between the pipes.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 22

Blackhawks' Connor Bedard reaches career milestone despite loss

The Chicago Blackhawks have nothing to celebrate after suffering a 9-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night.

Jets will be tested without star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck

Flames' Sam Honzek to miss up to six months with upper-body injury

OHL player suspended for rest of the season after slashing opponent in head

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Jeff Blashill News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

What has Jeff Blashill done to improve the Blackhawks this season?

The Chicago Blackhawks have been one of the big surprises of this NHL season as we reach the quarter pole. After a dreadful 25-46-11 campaign last year that saw Chicago finish 31st in the NHL with just 61 points, the Blackhawks are 10-6-4 so far this season and are tied for third place in the Central Division.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Younger teams have the potential to be outer-circle Stanley Cup contenders in short order

The 2025-26 NHL season to this point has been marked by several young, up-and-coming teams playing like they may be closer to legitimate contender status than previously thought.

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Connor Bedard News / Breakaway on SI / November 21

Connor Bedard Tells All About Being Blackhawks Assistant Captain

Connor Bedard’s sophomore season was always going to come with high expectations, but few expected this kind of leap. A year removed from flashes of brilliance mixed with rookie learning curves, Bedard now looks like a fully formed star — calm, lethal and in complete command of the Chicago Blackhawks' offense.

Spencer Knight News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Spencer Knight is establishing himself as a top goaltender in the league

Even with little expectations, Spencer Knight is helping make the Chicago Blackhawks relevant again. Through the first month or so of the 2025-26 season, Knight has been exceptional, and his ability to come up with big saves at the right time has kept the Blackhawks in the playoff race, albeit in the month of November.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Blackhawks announce return of black alternate jersey

The Chicago Blackhawks are bringing back a fan favorite. The team announced Friday they will be bringing back their black alternate jerseys as the franchise celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 21

Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill smashes referees after odd Connor Bedard penalty

The Chicago Blackhawks are coming off a disappointing 3-2 loss to the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night. In the game, Connor Bedard took an unsportsmanlike penalty.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

3 Takeaways From Blackhawks’ 3-2 Loss to the Kraken

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the Seattle Kraken at the United Center on Thursday, Nov. 20. This was the second of three matchups between these two clubs; the first of which saw the Kraken defeated the Hawks 3-1 on Nov.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / November 21

Blackhawks Announce Return of Alternate Jersey

The Chicago Blackhawks are celebrating 100 years in the NHL, and the campaign is off to a strong start. The team is 10-6-4, good for 24 points and one of the Wild Card spots in the Western Conference.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Dickinson, Foligno, Rinzel & Leadership

The Chicago Blackhawks have a 9-5-4 record this season and have been a pleasant surprise, performing well. They have shown early on to be a resilient team, but, as in any other NHL season, they will face adversity, and their current injury report is significant.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 17

Blackhawks’ Laurent Brossoit resumes skating

Blackhawks goaltender Laurent Brossoit was on the ice today ahead of practice for the first time in well over a year, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Nick Foligno News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Blackhawks' Nick Foligno to miss four weeks with hand injury

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without captain Nick Foligno for the next month, head coach Jeff Blashill told Mario Tirabassi of CHGO Sports. Foligno sustained a hand injury after blocking a shot in Saturday night’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Colton Dach News / Field Level Media / November 15

Colton Dach scores decider as Blackhawks edge past Maple Leafs

Colton Dach scored the go-ahead goal at 15:35 of the third period Saturday night and the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 12

Blackhawks recall Landon Slaggert, Jason Dickinson remains out

The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Landon Slaggert just over one week after his latest assignment. He will help the Blackhawks address injuries to centerman Jason Dickinson and winger Andre Burakovsky.