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Blackhawks’ Rinzel Showing Confidence and Growth After Recall

The Chicago Blackhawks recalled defenseman Sam Rinzel from the Rockford IceHogs on Jan. 30 ahead of their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The move gave fellow rookie defenseman Artyom Levshunov a beneficial break, giving him “a chance to reset some foundational things,” according to head coach Jeff Blashill.

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Recap: Coyle’s hat trick lifts Blue Jackets over Blackhawks 4-2

In the second game of their back-to-back, the Chicago Blackhawks squared off at home against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night. Before the game, Chicago made headlines by recalling Sam Rinzel from Rockford.

Sam Rinzel News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 30

Blackhawks Recall Sam Rinzel

The Chicago Blackhawks have made a move to fortify their blue-line. Top prospect Sam Rinzel has been recalled to the NHL, putting him on the Blackhawks roster for the first time in 2026.

Connor Bedard News / Professor Press Box / January 30

Blackhawks Connor Bedard Is Already Making History

Thursday night, Connor Bedard added another milestone to a career that feels like it’s only just begun. With a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins, he reached 50 points this season and became the third Blackhawks player in the past 30 years to hit 50 points in each of their first three NHL seasons, joining Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / January 30

Recap: Blackhawks blasted in Pittsburgh

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Thursday night’s action having lost their last three games. Two were shootout and overtime losses, giving them points, but all the games were not pretty.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

NHL Predictions: January 30, Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks return home to battle the Columbus Blue Jackets. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / January 30

Connor Bedard makes Chicago Blackhawks history vs Pittsburgh Penguins

The Chicago Blackhawks are coming off a rough game on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, but center Connor Bedard was able to get a goal in the game.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 29

Patrick Kane becomes top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

Red Wings' Patrick Kane passes Hall of Famer Mike Modano to become top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

Just a couple of weeks after joining the 500-goal club, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane reached another major milestone on Thursday night.

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Goaltender Alex Lyon sets club mark as hot Sabres beat Kings

Bruins' Pavel Zacha leaves game with an upper-body injury

Hurricanes pull off historic comeback win against Mammoth

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 29

NHL Predictions: January 29, Chicago Blackhawks vs Pittsburgh Penguins

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks take on the red-hot Pittsburgh Penguins. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

Blackhawks’ Special Teams Are a Tale of Opposites Headed Into the Olympic Break

It’s well known in hockey that special team’s performance is an important ingredient for success. If a team has a good power play and can convert often on the man advantage, they’re more likely to win.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 4-3 Shootout Loss to Wild

The Chicago Blackhawks are on a two-game road trip and are also on their Mother’s Trip. They started their trip in Minnesota to face the Minnesota Wild.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / January 27

Analysis: The Blackhawks’ need for a premier left-side defenseman

Heading toward the Olympic break, the Chicago Blackhawks are five points from a wild card spot in the NHL playoff race; a far cry from what fans thought would be a long, dreary season toward yet another top-five lottery draft pick.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

NHL Predictions: January 27, Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this one, the Chicago Blackhawks battle division rival Minnesota Wild. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / January 26

Blackhawks ready to bring back Teuvo Teravainen vs. Wild

Connor Bedard is about to get a boost on the Chicago Blackhawks' top scoring line. Chicago expects to welcome back forward Teuvo Teravainen from injury when the Blackhawks face off against the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

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Nick Lardis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Chicago Blackhawks Reassign Nick Lardis

The Chicago Blackhawks announced today that forward Nick Lardis has been reassigned to the club’s AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs. While Lardis has performed admirably in his first two months as an NHL player, he finds himself returning to the AHL as a result of the wider numbers game that gets played when planning an NHL roster.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Blackhawks’ Jeff Blashill gets brutally honest on Connor Bedard’s play since returning from injury

The Chicago Blackhawks have not played great hockey as of late, losing five of their last seven games. These struggles have come even though Connor Bedard has returned from injury.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / January 26

Chicago Blackhawks coach thinks he might have ‘hurt’ Connor Bedard

The Chicago Blackhawks were badly outlasted by the Florida Panthers on Sunday night. The Blackhawks entered the third period tied 1-1, but the Panthers went on a four-goal run to end the contest with a 5-1 defeat in front of 19,313 fans at the United Center.