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Blackhawks Hoping To Add Veteran Defenseman

Down the stretch last season, the Blackhawks found themselves without a key veteran when Connor Murphy was moved to Edmonton before the trade deadline. That left them with just one veteran blueliner, Matt Grzelcyk, while the rest of the back end was 24 or younger.

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Blackhawks 2026 Combine Notebook: Stenberg, Reid, Malhotra, More

The 2026 NHL Prospect Combine was this past week (June 1-6) in Buffalo, New York. 90 top prospects came together for interviews and fitness testing, for teams to get one final look at candidates before making their draft decisions later this month.

Dylan Larkin News / ChiCitySports / June 7

The Chicago Blackhawks could be in the Dylan Larkin trade market

The Chicago Blackhawks are ready to make a major move this offseason. One of the bigger names that could be available is a member of the Detroit Red Wings.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 6

Chicago Blackhawks linked to heartwarming move that fans would love

The Chicago Blackhawks will have some money to play with this offseason, so they are expected to be rather active players on the free-agent market. Of course, the question is whether or not any top free agents will want to join a team that has missed the playoffs six years in a row and finished in last place in the Central Division this season.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 6

Blackhawks’ top trade target will rub some fans the wrong way

The Chicago Blackhawks are expected to make some significant moves this offseason, as they lay claim to significant cap space, a ton of draft capital and a host of young players that they can include in potential trades.

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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.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 6

Chicago Blackhawks GM 'motivated' to make big move this offseason

The Chicago Blackhawks have been looking to get out of the basement in the NHL for a few years now. They have a lot of young talent maturing, and this is going to be a pivotal offseason.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 5

Blackhawks smacked with harsh reality check amid new trade buzz

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering a critical offseason in which the right moves could potentially elevate them into playoff contention next year, and they have the assets to make that happen.

Dylan Larkin News / On Tap Sports Net / June 4

No Chance: Dylan Larkin Will Not Be Traded to the Chicago Blackhawks

Huge rumors shook the hockey world on Thursday. Reports indicate that Detroit Red Wings star and captain, Dylan Larkin, has requested a trade. After more than a decade in Detroit, Larkin is tired.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / June 4

Blackhawks could make Connor Bedard’s dream come true with huge trade

The Chicago Blackhawks are expected to be one of the more active teams in the NHL this offseason, as they are loaded with cap room and impressive draft capital that they can use to wheel and deal and improve their roster for a playoff run next year.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 4

Blackhawks just received the best NHL Draft news imaginable

The Chicago Blackhawks are heading into a critical offseason in which they could really take a step to the next level with right moves. The Blackhawks have missed the playoffs six years in a row, equaling their longest drought since 1952.

Oliver Moore News / On Tap Sports Net / June 3

Oliver Moore Receives High Praise from Team USA Teammate

The IIHF World Championships of hockey are in the books, and Finland took home the gold medal. With the tournament in the rearview, the NHL focus shifts to the NHL Entry Draft and the conclusion of the Stanley Cup Final.

Ethan Del Mastro News / The Hockey Writers / June 3

Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Ethan Del Mastro

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.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 3

NHL Rumors: Blackhawks should be open to trading any of their draft picks; should the Maple Leafs consider trading Matthew Knies?

Scott Powers of The Athletic: The Chicago Blackhawks aren’t expecting winger Ivar Stenberg to drop to No. 4. Pierre LeBrun reported last week that the Blackhawks are open to trading the fourth overall pick, and adds they’d likely be open to trading any of their draft picks over the next two drafts.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 2

Blackhawks rumors: The ‘odd man out’ on Chicago’s blue line ahead of 2026-27

After four consecutive finishes in the basement of the Central Division, the Chicago Blackhawks are desperate to take a significant step forward in 2026-27.

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Jack Pridham News / ChiCitySports / June 2

Blackhawks’ latest trade exposes problem that must be fixed immediately

Earlier this week, the Chicago Blackhawks traded the rights of former third-round pick Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a third-rounder in what could only be considered a horizontal move for the franchise.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 2

NHL Rumors: Alexandar Georgiev, and the Chicago Blackhawks

Hockey News Hub: Spartak KHL goaltender Alexandar Georgiev had one year left on his contract, and his contract was terminated. His agent Stanislav Romanov said that Georgiev wants to return to the NHL: “The goal is to return to the NHL.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Pridham, Mikheyev, Bedard Contract Updates & More

The calendar has officially flipped to June, which means we’re that much closer to the NHL Entry Draft (June 26 & 27) and the start of free agency (July 1).

Jack Pridham News / Daily Faceoff / June 1

Lightning acquire signing rights to Jack Pridham from Blackhawks

A junior star has a chance to sign with a new team. On Monday, the Tampa Bay Lightning acquired the signing rights to Jack Pridham from the Chicago Blackhawks.

Jack Pridham News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 31

Big Hype Prospects: DuPont, Vanhanen, Lecompte, Pridham

The 2026 Memorial Cup has been action-packed. On the other side of the round robin, the OHL’s Kitchener Rangers and WHL’s Everett Silvertips have broken away from the pack and will compete for the CHL championship.

Bobby Hull News / Field Level Media / May 30

Blackhawks great Dennis Hull dies at 81

Dennis Hull, a five-time All-Star forward for the Chicago Blackhawks and the younger brother of Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Hull, died on Saturday, the team announced.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30

Free Agent Focus: Chicago Blackhawks

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Ilya Mikheyev News / NHL Trade Talk / May 29

NHL Crackdown Begins: Blackhawks Flagged After Mikheyev Memo Situation

The NHL has issued a strong reminder to all 32 teams regarding player rights and tampering rules after concerns over how the Chicago Blackhawks have handled pending UFA forward Ilya Mikheyev.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Trade Talk Sports / May 26

Connor Bedard Poised to Cash In on Next Contract

The upcoming restricted free agent class in the NHL is stacked with big-name players, but none are more prominent than Connor Bedard. Bedard’s first three years in the league have already flown by, and now with the rising salary cap playing into his favor, it sounds as if the 2023 first-overall pick is about to cash in with a massive new deal.

Connor Bedard News / NHL Rumors / May 24

The Chicago Blackhawks and Connor Bednard Negotiating a Contract Extension

Daily Faceoff: David Pagnotta, on the Chicago Blackhawks and pending RFA forward Connor Bedard‘s agents have been going back and forth, looking at different term and money.