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The Blackhawks are a sneaky trade destination for Simon Edvinsson

Do not show this to Bowen Byram. The offseason acquisition came to the Chicago Blackhawks in hopes of finally being a No. 1 defenseman, but in an unfortunate twist, it could make sense for Chicago to add to their defensive group by acquiring Simon Edvinsson from the Detroit Red Wings.

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Blackhawks Recall Dominic Toninato, Place Andrew Mangiapane On IR

According to a team announcement, the Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Dominic Toninato from the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs. In a corresponding roster move, the Blackhawks placed Andrew Mangiapane on the injured reserve with a lower-body injury.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 7

Blackhawks netminder Spencer Knight sends a perfect Patrick Kane shoutout after Blues win

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the St. Louis Blues in their first home game of the season. Patrick Kane returned to the Blackhawks this offseason, and Tuesday night saw Kane’s first game back at United Center.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 4-2 Win Over the Blues

The Chicago Blackhawks finally headed home to kick off a vital home stand that will see them play eight of their next nine games in the friendly confines of the United Center.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / October 7

Showtime: Chicago Blackhawks Win Home Opener 4-2

The Chicago Blackhawks refused to let the St. Louis Blues play spoiler in Showtime’s return to Chicago. Tuesday night at the United Center, the Hawks earned their first win of the season, 4-2, in the home opener.

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 7

Blackhawks beat Blues 4-2 for first win of the season on Patrick Kane's special night

After three games on the road, the Chicago Blackhawks finally hosted their first home game of the season on Tuesday, Oct. 6. It was an extra special game to celebrate the re-debut of Patrick Kane.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 6

Blackhawks take down Blues to post first win of season

Sam Rinzel and Anton Frondell scored two minutes apart in the second period to back a 25-save effort from Spencer Knight as the Chicago Blackhawks edged the St.

Patrick Kane News / Blackhawk Up / October 6

Patrick Kane's best goals in the United Center as a Chicago Blackhawk

Patrick Kane begins his second stint with the Blackhawks at the United Center on Tuesday night against the St. Louis Blues. Over his illustrious career, Kane has scored many significant and highlight-reel goals in front of the Chicago crowd.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 6

Blackhawks season is already heading in the wrong direction

The Chicago Blackhawks are already off to a terrible start. They’re 0-3-0 and treading water. Now, the situation shouldn’t be much of a surprise, considering that no one really expected them to compete for a playoff spot this season.

Jeff Blashill News / Blackhawk Up / October 6

The Blackhawks need a winner behind the bench

When Jeff Blashill made his way to Chicago, it was looked at as a step in the right direction for Hawks fans. He was coming in with NHL experience. But the question was still above his head.

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Blackhawks’ Home Stand Could Make or Break Season

Many questions surrounded the Chicago Blackhawks heading into the 2026-27 season. With so much young talent, the expectation was that they would convert that talent into results this season.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Lead / October 6

The Blackhawks Must Break Out of Their Defensive Zone

After their first road trip of the 2026-27 season, the Chicago Blackhawks return to the United Center with an 0-3 start. They lost to the Golden Knights, the Mammoth, and the Sabres.

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Blackhawks will need to avoid Simon Edvinsson-type situation with Artyom Levshunov, Sam Rinzel

Dominating the hockey headlines as of late has been the messy contract stalemate between the Detroit Red Wings and restricted free agent Simon Edvinsson.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 5

Blackhawks, Blues search for incremental gains in first meeting

The Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues have encountered hardship earlier than either would have hoped but will continue to work toward overcoming it when the rivals meet Tuesday night in Chicago's home opener.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Daily Faceoff / October 5

Blackhawks’ Andrew Mangiapane out week-to-week with lower-body injury

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without one of their veteran depth scoring wingers for the foreseeable future, as head coach Jeff Blashill told reporters, including Ben Pope of The Chicago Sun-Times, on Monday that Andrew Mangiapane is out of the lineup on a week-to-week basis with a lower-body injury.

NHL News / The Rink / October 4

Recap: Blackhawks squander third-period lead, fall in Buffalo 4-3

After being embarrassed in their games against the Utah Mammoth, the Chicago Blackhawks brought some heart on Saturday. Sadly their heart and swagger wasn’t enough to secure a victory against the Buffalo Sabres.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / October 4

The Chicago Blackhawks Blow Early Lead to Sabres in 4-3 Loss

The Chicago Blackhawks searched for a big-time bounce-back win, but couldn’t seal the deal. So what has gone wrong for the Chicago Blackhawks to start this season?

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / October 4

Will the Blackhawks hit the 90-point mark this season?

It’s been many years since the Chicago Blackhawks were a competitive team in the NHL, but the franchise is hoping the 2026-27 campaign is a step in the right direction after an offseason that saw them acquire Bowen Byram, re-acquire Patrick Kane and extend Connor Bedard to a long-term contract.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Viral Sports News / October 4

Former Chicago Blackhawks Defenseman Has Died

Lyle Odelein, the hard-nosed defenseman who spent a short but physical stretch with the Chicago Blackhawks late in his career, died Friday. He was 58. The Quill Lake, Saskatchewan, native died of a heart attack, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported.

Bowen Byram News / Daily Faceoff / October 3

Blackhawks’ Bowen Byram to miss game against Sabres for family matter

The Chicago Blackhawks‘ big offseason addition will have to miss his first opportunity to face his former team. On Saturday, Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill revealed that defenseman Bowen Byram will be out for Saturday’s road game against the Buffalo Sabres due to a family matter.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / October 3

The Blackhawks Need to Address Their Defensive Problems

The Chicago Blackhawks went to Utah to face the Mammoth after getting smacked around by the Vegas Golden Knights and losing 5-2. Things didn’t change at all, and the Blackhawks played a worse game than they did in the season opener, losing 6-0 to the Mammoth.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / October 2

Recap: Blackhawks dominated by Utah 6-0

The Chicago Blackhawks’ season has started rough. They had a couple of moments in their first game versus the Vegas Golden Knights, but overall, they did not look like a team that has much figured out yet.

Patrick Kane News / Larry Brown Sports / September 30

Patrick Kane had a great message after scoring his first goal in his return to the Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks got to experience “Showtime” again after a long time. Patrick Kane made his presence felt in his first game back with the Blackhawks on Tuesday during a season-opener against the Vegas Golden Knights at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.

Oliver Moore News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24

Blackhawks Sign Oliver Moore To Five-Year Extension

The Chicago Blackhawks are tidying up one more piece of business before the 2026-27 season begins. Forward Oliver Moore has been signed to a five-year, $21.25MM extension per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Blackhawks Announce Connor Bedard Update Before 2026-27 NHL Season

Connor Bedard will enter the 2026-27 NHL season as the second-youngest captain in Chicago Blackhawks history. However, his fourth year in the league will begin with the franchise player still recovering from shoulder surgery.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 23

Three NHL defensemen poised for a breakout season

Several young NHL defensemen are entering the 2026 season with bigger opportunities and higher expectations. Some have already flashed star potential, while others are finally getting the role needed to show what they can do. Here are three defensemen poised for a breakout season.

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