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Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 24
Bedard on Board: Blackhawks Get Great News Following Bowen Byram Trade
Bowen Byram spoke to the Chicago Blackhawks media on Wednesday, and his comments were music to the ears of Blackhawks fans who looked at Tuesday’s trade and realized the organization gave up a lot to acquire a defenseman who wasn’t signed long-term.
Bowen Byram News / Daily Faceoff / June 24
Bowen Byram is an underwhelming 'big addition' for Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks and general manager Kyle Davidson made an all-in move on Tuesday, acquiring defenseman Bowen Byram from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for the No.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / June 24
How Can the Chicago Blackhawks Improve This Offseason?
This offseason, the Chicago Blackhawks need to make moves to ensure a winning season for the young rebuilding team. The big question surrounding the Hawks this offseason is not, “Will they do something?” but rather, “How aggressive will Kyle Davidson be?” The Blackhawks currently have one of the highest-rated prospect pools in the NHL.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Matthew Knies News / ChiCitySports / June 24
Blackhawks’ potential Matthew Knies trade might not be dead just yet
The Chicago Blackhawks pulled off a stunner of a move on Tuesday night, trading the No. 4 overall pick, a second-rounder and defenseman Louis Crevier to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Kevin He News / The Hockey Writers / June 24
Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Defensemen
The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the organization had more progress in mind when they embarked on this campaign.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / June 24
Chicago Blackhawks Acquire Bowen Byram for No. 4 Pick, No. 45, and Crevier
The Chicago Blackhawks made a huge deal with the Buffalo Sabres on a Tuesday that has seen a myriad of moves. Chicago acquires former fourth overall pick, defenseman Bowen Byram, and forward Jordan Greenway in exchange for defenseman Louis Crevier, the No.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 23
Chicago Blackhawks on verge of acquiring defenseman
The Chicago Blackhawks are on the verge of making a big trade ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday night. And the move will give them a key defenseman they have been searching for.
Bowen Byram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24
Chicago Blackhawks acquire Bowen Byram in another blockbuster NHL trade
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram has been traded to the Chicago Blackhawks.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23
NHL to investigate two Texas cities for expansion
Should the NHL find a suitable ownership group, it won’t come cheaply.
Andre Burakovsky News / On Tap Sports Net / June 23
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Andre Burakovsky
Before the 2025-26 season, the Chicago Blackhawks acquired Andre Burakovsky from the Seattle Kraken for pennies on the dollar. A cap dump of sorts by Seattle landed Burakovsky and his two remaining contract years on the Hawks.
Connor Bedard News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Blackhawks May See Trade With Maple Leafs as Secret to Extending Bedard
According to Greg Wyshynski of ESPN, the Chicago Blackhawks remain keyed on a possible trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs for Matthew Knies. Previously interested at the trade deadline, talks calmed down.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / June 23
The Landscape of Hockey is Changing & Not in the Blackhawks’ Favor
The landscape of hockey is changing, and frankly it is not in the Chicago Blackhawks‘ favor. Players with no-movement clauses (NMCs) are requesting trades and trying to move to new teams.
NHL News / ChiCitySports / June 23
Blackhawks connected to compelling trade with scuffling Senators
The Chicago Blackhawks should be one of the busier teams in the NHL this offseason, as they are armed with a nice chunk of cap space and a bevy of draft capital that they could use to bring in some established talent for Connor Bedard.
Alex Vlasic News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Alex Vlasic
The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the organization had more progress in mind when they embarked on this campaign.
Matt Grzelcyk News / The Hockey Writers / June 22
Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Matt Grzelcyk
The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the organization had more progress in mind when they embarked on this campaign.
Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 22
Blackhawks rumors: Connor Bedard contract extension update won’t please fans
The Chicago Blackhawks and Connor Bedard are working towards a new contract. There have been reports that the restricted free agent, Bedard, and the Blackhawks were working closer to a deal.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 22
Blackhawks linked to trade for Stanley Cup-winning defenseman
The Chicago Blackhawks should be one of the more active teams in the NHL this offseason. They have a fair amount of cap space, they’re loaded with draft capital and it’s clear that they need to start putting together a legitimate contender around Connor Bedard.
Dominic Toninato News / On Tap Sports Net / June 21
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Dominic Toninato
Every organization needs depth. Injuries are inevitable, and usually the healthiest teams win games. However, teams that can weather the storm with quality depth players usually do well.
Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / June 21
Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard ‘not close’ to signing contract extension: Report
During the exit meetings for the Chicago Blackhawks on April 16, Connor Bedard was hopeful that he would sign a contract extension by May. “I know I want to be here, and we’ll get it done soon,” Bedard said.
Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / June 20
Bowen Byram Isn’t a Fit for the Chicago Blackhawks
It’s been reported by TSN’s Darren Dreger that Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram is now available for trade. The Chicago Blackhawks need to take some serious steps next season, and to do it, they’re going to need some big upgrades on the roster.
Landon Slaggert News / On Tap Sports Net / June 20
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Landon Slaggert
While serving as a “name” in the prospect pipeline and organization for multiple seasons now, many fans are still waiting for another step forward from Landon Slaggert.
Jonathan Toews News / The Hockey Writers / June 20
Toews Retires & Leaves Lasting Impact on Blackhawks
“Finally, the fans in Chicago… like I said, what a ride…“ And just like that, Jonathan Toews has officially retired. A legendary 16-season career that boasted more accolades than most ever achieve.
Jonathan Toews News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 19
Three-time Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Toews retires after 16-year NHL career
An NHL legend is officially hanging up his skates.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / June 19
Analysis: A few predictions of the Blackhawks’ 2026 offseason
With the Stanley Cup Final complete, it is time for the offseason to take shape. Unlike previous offseason prediction articles I have written, I decided to write this one before the draft.
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