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Recap: Forsberg scores twice as Predators beat Blackhawks 3-2 in overtime

The Nashville Predators (33-28-9) used two goals and an assist from Filip Forsberg to defeat the Chicago Blackhawks (26-32-13) 3-2 in overtime at the United Center.

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Blackhawks' Frondell set to make NHL debut

Anton Frondell, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 draft, is expected make his NHL debut with the Blackhawks this week.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 22

NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators, March 22

In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks finish the season series against the Nashville Predators. Welcome back to NHL Predictions! Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / March 21

Top Pick to Join Blackhawks After Swedish Season Ends

The Chicago Blackhawks' fate might finally be changing. After a string of losses and inconsistent plays that saw the franchise fall to the bottom of the Central Division, the elimination of Desjardins from the Swedish League could bring some relief for the side.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Anton Frondell News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 21

Blackhawks Expected To Recall Anton Frondell

Chicago’s already young roster is about to get even younger for the stretch run. Top prospect Anton Frondell’s playoff run in the SHL came to an end today,

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / March 21

Bedard & Nazar Leading the Way in Blackhawks Late Season Success

The Chicago Blackhawks haven’t had the best 2025-26 season. At the time of this writing, they have a record of 27-30-12 (64 points through 69 games), which is good for 14th (out of 16) in the Western Conference and 29th (out of 32) in the league.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 20

Avalanche become first NHL team to clinch playoff spot with win over Blackhawks

The Colorado Avalanche have been the NHL's best team from the very beginning of the 2025-26 season, and now they are officially the first team to clinch a playoff spot.

Stars proved they can hang with Avalanche with OT win

Trent Frederic out indefinitely as injury-bitten Oilers lose another forward

Canucks sign Victor Mancini to two-year extension

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ESPN / March 20

Blackhawks scratch Crevier, Mangiapane vs. Avs

Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier and forward Andrew Mangiapane were scratched for Friday night's game against Colorado because of unspecified injuries.

Dominic Toninato News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 20

Blackhawks Recall Dominic Toninato

Forward Dominic Toninato is back with the Blackhawks. After being shuffled between the NHL and AHL Rockford a couple of times earlier in the year, he’s been recalled again today, per a team announcement.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 20

NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs Colorado Avalanche, March 20th

Welcome back to this edition of NHL Predictions! Tonight, the Chicago Blackhawks face the league-leading Colorado Avalanche. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

NHL News / The Rink / March 20

Recap: Blackhawks earn 2-1 win in Minnesota

The Chicago Blackhawks visited Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Thursday night for the final matchup of the season against the Minnesota Wild.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

2026 NHL Draft: Top 10 NCAA players you need to know

With the NCAA allowing players with major-junior experience to make the move, the college hockey talent pool has never been deeper.

Gavin McKenna, James Hagens highlight 2026 Hobey Baker Award top 10 finalists

From teen titans to titans falling: The NHL's biggest surprises this season

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 19

Blackhawks get revenge with tight victory over Wild

Connor Bedard scored the go-ahead goal, and the Chicago Blackhawks held on for a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

Sacha Boisvert News / The Lead / March 19

Sacha Boisvert Is Now a Blackhawk. Which Prospects Are Next?

Several Blackhawks prospects are close to making the jump to professional hockey. Sacha Boisvert is the first of a few we could see before the end of the season. Boisvert was a first-round pick in the 2024 draft.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Rumors / March 19

NHL Rumors: The AHL Debate, and Will the Chicago Blackhawks Go After A Top-Six?

TSN: The CHL and NHL are working on a compromise with drafted players, 19-year-olds, who are currently not eligible to play in the AHL, according to Darren Dreger.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild, March 19th

Tonight, the Chicago Blackhawks hit the road for the second of back-to-back games against the Minnesota Wild. Welcome back to this edition of NHL Predictions! Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 18

Chicago Blackhawks GM is on the hot seat right now, per Bleacher Report

The Chicago Blackhawks are looking to get to the next level as a franchise after another lost season. As the front office is preaching patience, the team has been trying to create a juggernaut with young talent, but the wins are not coming as consistently as some would want.

Sacha Boisvert News / The Hockey Writers / March 16

Sacha Boisvert Signs Entry-Level Contract With Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Monday (Mar. 16) that they have agreed to a three-year, entry-level contract with forward prospect Sacha Boisvert, which runs through the 2027-28 season ($974,167 cap hit).

Chicago Blackhawks News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Blackhawks Sign Former First-Round Pick on Monday

Barring an unexpected turn of events, the Chicago Blackhawks will likely continue to miss the playoffs, making it six consecutive years without postseason hockey in the Windy City.

Connor Bedard News / The Hockey Writers / March 16

Bedard’s Competitive Fire Is Fueling the Blackhawks

We all knew Connor Bedard was a competitive guy, but he’s taken it to another level these past handful of games. He was given the alternate captain title (along with Tyler Bertuzzi) after the Chicago Blackhawks traded captain Nick Foligno and alternate captains Connor Murphy and Jason Dickinson at the 2026 trade deadline.

Connor Bedard News / NHL Trade Talk / March 15

Bedard and ‘The Fan’ Talk Their Altercation During Blackhawks OT Win

Connor Bedard was getting involved with a fan at the Utah Mammoth vs. Chicago Blackhawks game, to the point that when Bedard scored the overtime winner, he made a conscious effort to skate over to the fan and rub it in his face.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / March 11

Grading Every Chicago Blackhawks Move at 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

With the trade deadline behind us, NHL rosters are pretty much set in stone as we approach the playoffs. The Blackhawks have had a lot of movement this season, so let’s take an opportunity to analyze the trades they have made.

Oliver Moore News / Daily Faceoff / March 8

Blackhawks’ Oliver Moore leaves game against Stars with injury

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on social media that forward Oliver Moore left Sunday’s game against the Dallas Stars with an injury and would not return.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / March 7

Chicago Blackhawks receive surprising grade for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline moves

The Chicago Blackhawks were one of the most active teams during the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, making a few trades to get future assets. Depending on how you look at it, they did well acquiring draft picks and freeing up cap space, but the talent on the roster makes things a bit less attractive.