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Blackhawks' Connor Bedard Makes First Media Appearance Since Return

After missing 12 games due to injury, the Chicago Blackhawks finally got young star Connor Bedard back in the lineup. While the matchup against the Washington Capitals did result in a 5-1 win for Washington, Chicago fans still got to see Bedard back in action.

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Blackhawks Recall Stanislav Berezhnoy

The flu bug has hit the Blackhawks hard. A day after having to use third-stringer Drew Commesso while dressing EBUG Dave Nozzolillo, Chicago has now had to call on another AHL netminder as the team announced that they’ve recalled Stanislav Berezhnoy from Rockford.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 9

Capitals spoil Connor Bedard's return with 5-1 win over Blackhawks

Connor McMichael had a goal and assist and John Carlson, Martin Fehervary and Ryan Leonard earned two assists apiece to lift the visiting Washington Capitals to a 5-1 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Capitals Even Season Series With 5-1 Win Over Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks and the Washington Capitals faced off for the second time in six days and for the final time of the regular season. The Capitals were in a bit of a skid, having won one of four games since the New Year.

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Connor Bedard News / Field Level Media / January 9

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard to return vs. Capitals

Chicago Blackhawks star forward Connor Bedard has been cleared to return from a 12-game absence due to an upper-body injury in Friday's game against the visiting Washington Capitals.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 9

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard Back, Four Questionable On Friday

The Chicago Blackhawks will have their lineup star back from injury when they host the Washington Capitals on Friday night. Connor Bedard confirmed that he will return to the lineup after missing the last 12 games due to a shoulder injury to Ben Pose of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Connor Bedard News / Daily Faceoff / January 9

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard to return after 12-game absence

Connor Bedard is expected to return to the Chicago Blackhawks‘ lineup against the Washington Capitals on Friday evening, according to the man himself. The team previously placed Bedard on injured reserve retroactive to Dec.

Patrick Kane News / ChiCitySports / January 9

Blackhawks legend Patrick Kane scores 500th NHL goal

Patrick Kane made history Wednesday night scoring his 500th career NHL goal, becoming the 50th player to accomplish that feat. Kane scored his 499th earlier in the evening in the Red Wings 5-1 victory over the Canucks.

Louis Crevier News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Louis Crevier’s Evolution From 7th Round Draft Pick to Blackhawks’ Impact Player

Defenseman Louis Crevier wasn’t even sure he would ever make it to the NHL. He went undrafted in 2019, his first year of eligibility. But then he was selected in the seventh round (188th overall) by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2020 NHL Draft.

Connor Bedard News / Field Level Media / January 8

Blackhawks eye 5th straight win vs. Caps with Bedard nearly back

As various Chicago Blackhawks youngsters rave about the locker-room vibe -- "I would be lying if I said it's not a ton of fun in here," Oliver Moore said -- the club's veterans take it one step further.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Blackhawks Grant Fresh Starts to Players in San Jose Sharks Deal

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Jan. 8 that they made a trade with the San Jose Sharks: This looks like a “fresh start” trade for both teams. The Blackhawks’ side of this deal is a lot to unpack.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 8

Sharks Acquire Nolan Allan, Laurent Brossoit in Trade With Blackhawks

The San Jose Sharks acquired defenseman Nolan Allan, goaltender Laurent Brossoit, and a 2028 seventh-round pick from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defenseman Jake Furlong, a 2028 fourth-round pick, and the contract of retired defenseman Ryan Ellis.

Laurent Brossoit News / Daily Faceoff / January 8

Sharks acquire Laurent Brossoit from Blackhawks

The San Jose Sharks are taking to a swing to improve their goaltending. On Thursday, the Sharks acquired goaltender Laurent Brossoit, along with defenseman Nolan Allan and a 2028 seventh-round draft pick, from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defensemen Ryan Ellis, Jake Furlong, and a 2028 fourth-round pick.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / January 8

Glenn Hall, 'Mr. Goalie' (1931-2026): The Trade That Helped Save Chicago

The hockey community lost a true giant this week. Stanley Cup champion, Glenn Hall, the legend they called “Mr. Goalie,” passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 94.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 8

Blackhawks give Nolan Allan, Laurent Brossoit fresh start with trade to Sharks

The San Jose Sharks have acquired defenseman Nolan Allan, goaltender Laurent Brossoit and a 2028 seventh-round pick from the Blackhawks in exchange for defenseman Jake Furlong, a 2028 fourth-round pick, and the contract of retired defenseman Ryan Ellis, both teams announced.

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Connor Bedard News / Daily Faceoff / January 8

Connor Bedard one of many Blackhawks to step up this season

The Chicago Blackhawks have gotten everything they dreamed of and more this season from 2023 first overall pick Connor Bedard. Bedard has lived up to the hype he generated as an offensive juggernaut throughout his junior career this season, as he’s racked up 44 points his 31 games of action this season.

NHL News / The Rink / January 8

Recap: Blackhawks blow out Blues 7-3

The Chicago Blackhawks looked to continue their undefeated 2026 when they hosted the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday night at the United Center. For the first time this season, the Hawks have won three straight as they sought to avenge a 3-2 loss to the Blues in St.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / January 8

Blackhawks Light Up Blues 7-3 in Chicago

The St. Louis Blues were lit up by the Blackhawks in Chicago on Monday, losing 7-3 for another defeat against a division rival. The Blues, now 17-19-8, are two games below .500 once again, and this marks the second time this season that Chicago has blown them out.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Blackhawks legend ‘Mr Goalie’ Glenn Hall passes away at 94

Hall of Fame goaltender Glenn Hall, whose remarkable streak of 502 consecutive regular-season games remains one of the most enduring records in professional sports, died Wednesday at a hospital in Stony Plain, Alberta, at the age of 94.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / January 8

Chicago Blackhawks legendary goalie Glenn Hall passes away

Hall of Fame goaltender and Chicago Blackhawks legend Glenn Hall has passed away at the age of 94. The team made an official announcement Tuesday night, with chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz releasing a statement.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / January 6

World Juniors Offers Hope for Blackhawks' Rebuild

The Chicago Blackhawks have been traversing a metaphorical desert for years, but the light at the end of the tunnel might finally be approaching — at least if some of their prospects’ performances at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship are to be believed.