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Blackhawks rank amongst league's worst teams in physicality through start of season

Through their first 12 games, the Chicago Blackhawks have shown their share of strengths and weaknesses. But one weakness stands out above the rest; their lack of physicality.

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Bowen Byram Joins Blackhawks on Dad’s Trip, Status vs. Red Wings TBD

Some good news on the injury front. Bowen Byram is joining the Blackhawks on their two-game Dad’s Trip, but when or if the defenseman will play on it is still to be determined, head coach Jeff Blashill said Wednesday.

Kyle Davidson News / Blackhawk Up / October 28

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson reportedly making calls, with potential interest in one forward

12 games into the season for the Chicago Blackhawks and trade rumors have already started. When teams are near the bottom of the standings, trade rumors arising are not uncommon.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Viral Sports News / October 28

Former Chicago Blackhawks Forward Has Died

André Lacroix, the skilled center who spent the 1971-72 season with the Chicago Blackhawks before becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Hockey Association history, has died at age 81.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 28

Blackhawks 12 thoughts after 12 games, balancing frustration with hope

It’s safe to say this wasn’t what the Chicago Blackhawks had in mind to start to their 2026-27 campaign. We knew they would struggle out of the gate with their cornerstone player Connor Bedard out of the lineup due to offseason shoulder surgery.

Kyle Davidson News / Blackhawk Up / October 28

3 forwards Kyle Davidson could target For Blackhawks struggling offense

On Tuesday, the Chicago Blackhawks came away with a big 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings, but the offense still showed some concerning signs. Chicago didn't get on the board until a second-period power play, when Roman Kantserov scored his fifth goal of the season to tie the game.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Roman Kantserov News / The Lead / October 28

Roman Kantserov Is a Bright Spot in Blackhawks Slow Start

The Chicago Blackhawks still haven’t found their footing, but one rookie is proving to be a silver lining early in the season. Roman Kantserov joined the Blackhawks as part of General Manager Kyle Davidson’s rebuilding efforts.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / October 28

Recap: Blackhawks dethrone Kings, win at home 2-1

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Tuesday night’s game having dropped their previous three games, all at home. Jeff Blashill seems to have lost the plot as the coach, as his long-winded explanations for how things are don’t entirely make sense.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / October 28

Blackhawks Snap Losing Streak With 2-1 Win Over Kings

Wyatt Kaiser scored his first goal of the season 7:17 into the third period, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 on Tuesday night at the United Center to snap a three-game losing streak.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 27

Blackhawks take down Kings to end 3-game skid

Wyatt Kaiser and Roman Kantserov scored and Spencer Knight made 25 saves as the host Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 on Tuesday to stop a three-game losing streak.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Blackhawks need more than just Connor Bedard to succeed

All signs pointed to this being the year the Chicago Blackhawks would begin to emerge from their rebuild.

Western Conference Injuries: It's a wait-and-see approach with Zach Hyman, but Mattias Ekholm feeling good

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 27

Rinzel and Korchinski’s growing confidence offers hope for the Blackhawks’ blue line

In what was a brutal loss for the Chicago Blackhawks against the Florida Panthers, young defensemen Sam Rinzel and Kevin Korchinski were truly the stars of the show.

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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.

Kevin Korchinski News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Blackhawks’ Kevin Korchinski Deserves More Praise Than He’s Getting

Kevin Korchinski has had some up-and-down moments in his short stint in the NHL. He made his NHL debut the same night as Connor Bedard, and throughout his first season, he displayed a lack of consistency on the ice.

NHL News / Blackhawk Up / October 26

Blackhawks winners and losers: 7 wasted power plays prove costly against Panthers

On Sunday afternoon, the Chicago Blackhawks welcomed the feisty Florida Panthers to the Madhouse, dropping a tightly contested 3-2 decision to their Atlantic Division foes.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

3 Takeaways from the Blackhawks’ 3-2 Loss to the Panthers

In the wake of a 4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, the Chicago Blackhawks were looking to shake things up ahead of a home contest against one of the better teams a stacked Eastern Conference, the Florida Panthers.

NHL News / The Rink / October 25

Recap: Hawks fall 3-2 to Florida

After the Blackhawks were embaressed by the Montreal Candiens on Friday night, things needed to change. Jeff Blashill had some words with this players on Saturday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / October 25

Blackhawks lose again, falling 3-2 to the Panthers despite a competitive game

The Chicago Blackhawks were back to work on Sunday afternoon (Oct. 25) hosting the 5-4-2 Florida Panthers. It was a beautiful day and a "Best Day Ever" theme at the United Center to celebrate the youth and their families.

Bowen Byram News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Blackhawks Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Byram Update, Lineup Shakeup & More

The Chicago Blackhawks homestand comes to an end this week, but there has been a lot of frustration surrounding the team and the fans over the past couple of games.

Andrew Mangiapane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 23

Blackhawks Activate Andrew Mangiapane

The Chicago Blackhawks will have a healthy forward corps against the Montreal Canadiens tonight. The Blackhawks announced they have activated veteran winger Andrew Mangiapane from the injured reserve.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Best Rookie Seasons in Chicago Blackhawks History

This season, the Blackhawks have been consistently icing two rookies in their top six: Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov. Since the season started, both have looked impressive in their own ways.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Viral Sports News / October 20

Blackhawks Could Be Headed for Unexpected Split With Veteran

The Chicago Blackhawks enter the 2026-27 season with a 3-6-0 record after nine games, placing them last in the Central Division with six points. General manager Kyle Davidson’s rebuild continues amid early struggles, including a minus-15 goal differential and rankings near the bottom of the league in both goals scored and allowed.

Dominic Toninato News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 18

Blackhawks Reassign Dominic Toninato

According to a team announcement, the Chicago Blackhawks have assigned forward Dominic Toninato to the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs. Toninato is expected to play for the IceHogs tonight against the Grand Rapids Griffins.

Patrick Kane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16

Patrick Kane tallies most assists by U.S.-born NHL player

Patrick Kane has become a leader in another statistical category.

Blackhawks hold on for overtime win despite Jets' comeback

Eight early-season stats that actually matter in 2026-27 NHL season

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Connor Bedard’s return badly needed for Blackhawks

It’s been a rough start to a crucial year for the Chicago Blackhawks, who went 1-5-0 and cratered to last place in the Central Division in six games without new captain and franchise player Connor Bedard, who was out with a shoulder injury he sustained over the summer.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 12