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One Team Was Thinking $14 Million for Bowen Byram

One Team Was Thinking $14 Million for Bowen Byram

Before Bowen Byram was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks, has agent was talking to some teams, and the price got as high as $14 million Puck Pedia: Agent Darren Ferris said when talking to some teams about what Bowen Byram was looking for, one team went as high as $14 million.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 23
Patrick Kane rejoins Blackhawks on 2-year, $16M deal

Patrick Kane rejoins Blackhawks on 2-year, $16M deal

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane rejoined the Chicago Blackhawks on a two-year, $16 million contract on Thursday. The 37-year-old forward starred in Chicago for 16 seasons before being traded to the New York Rangers in February of 2023.

Patrick Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / July 23
Patrick Kane is Returning to the Chicago Blackhawks

Patrick Kane is Returning to the Chicago Blackhawks

Showtime is back in Chicago. After much speculation about Patrick Kane deciding between going home to play for the Buffalo Sabres or making a poetic return to the Blackhawks, we’ve learned that he’s chosen the latter.

Patrick Kane News / ChiCitySports / July 23
Patrick Kane returns to Chicago Blackhawks on two-year deal

Patrick Kane returns to Chicago Blackhawks on two-year deal

The Chicago Blackhawks are bringing back a familiar face. On Thursday, the team announced they have agreed to a two-year deal with Patrick Kane, reuniting the two sides after a few years away.

Patrick Kane News / The Hockey Writers / July 23
Chicago Blackhawks Reunite With Patrick Kane; Agree to 2-Year Contract

Chicago Blackhawks Reunite With Patrick Kane; Agree to 2-Year Contract

The Chicago Blackhawks are reuniting with a franchise icon. Three-time Stanley Cup champion and former Hart Trophy winner Patrick Kane has agreed to a two-year contract.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23
Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal

Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish

Chicago selected Kane with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, and he more than lived up to the hype, becoming one of the best players in franchise history.

The 'Stanley Cup winning Chicago Blackhawks' quiz
Connor Bedard News / NHLFanCentral / July 23
Former NHLer explains the bigger meaning behind Connor Bedard’s $75 million extension

Former NHLer explains the bigger meaning behind Connor Bedard’s $75 million extension

Connor Bedard just signed an extension with the Chicago Blackhawks on July 18, locking in the center till the 2030-31 season.  The $15 million-a-year deal came just 10 days after Bedard had surgery on his left shoulder.

Connor Bedard News / The Lead / July 22
With Connor Bedard Injured, Who Will Step up for the Blackhawks?

With Connor Bedard Injured, Who Will Step up for the Blackhawks?

After an unfortunate shoulder injury during offseason training, the Chicago Blackhawks will be without their superstar to start the season. Connor Bedard has now had three injuries in his young career.

Patrick Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / July 22
New twist in possible Patrick Kane return to Chicago after Blackhawks GM comments

New twist in possible Patrick Kane return to Chicago after Blackhawks GM comments

If it wasn’t clear how the Chicago Blackhawks felt about Patrick Kane and a possible reunion with the team, we know now. GM Kyle Davidson spoke with the media this week and had a message for Kane, keeping the door wide open for a return.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz
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The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz
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NHL News / Stadium Rant / July 22
NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks, Montreal Canadians, Winnipeg Jets

NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks, Montreal Canadians, Winnipeg Jets

This NHL rumors recap will go through three of the biggest rumors that have been shared over the past week. The NHL offseason has been crazy, and it could continue that trend with some of these rumors.

Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 22
Connor Bedard’s ‘only goal’ after signing $75 million Blackhawks contract

Connor Bedard’s ‘only goal’ after signing $75 million Blackhawks contract

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without Connor Bedard to begin the 2026-27 campaign. The star center suffered a brutal shoulder injury during a practice skate a couple of weeks ago.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHLFanCentral / July 21
Connor Bedard Sends Clear Message to Patrick Kane Amid Blackhawks Reunion Rumors

Connor Bedard Sends Clear Message to Patrick Kane Amid Blackhawks Reunion Rumors

While the Patrick Kane-Chicago Blackhawks reunion keeps being THE rumor of this offseason, the Blackhawks center Connor Bedard would much rather have it as reality.

Sacha Boisvert News / On Tap Sports Net / July 21
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Sacha Boisvert

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Sacha Boisvert

Young players signing after their collegiate seasons always generate a lot of buzz. For the Chicago Blackhawks, it has become a common theme over the last few seasons.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / July 21
Connor Bedard would be ‘excited’ to have this player on Chicago Blackhawks

Connor Bedard would be ‘excited’ to have this player on Chicago Blackhawks

Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard will miss the next few months due to his shoulder injury, putting a bit of a dent in the team’s first few weeks of games for the 2026-27 season.

Connor Bedard News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21
Connor Bedard wants Blackhawks legend to come home

Connor Bedard wants Blackhawks legend to come home

The Chicago Blackhawks could potentially have a past-and-present tandem on the ice during the 2026-27 NHL season. Chicago star center Connor Bedard voiced his approval of the possibility of former Blackhawks star winger Patrick Kane returning to the Windy City.

Tyler Bertuzzi News / On Tap Sports Net / July 20
Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Tyler Bertuzzi

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Tyler Bertuzzi

When Kyle Davidson made a big-splash signing in the form of Tyler Bertuzzi, Chicago Blackhawks fans were certainly puzzled. Bertuzzi has been a good player in the NHL, but many didn’t think he would be a fit.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / July 18
Blackhawks' Connor Bedard extension is a win-win deal

Blackhawks' Connor Bedard extension is a win-win deal

The Chicago Blackhawks extension of forward Connor Bedard has made him the third-highest paid player in NHL and the resigning of Bedard benefits both sides.

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Blackhawks sign Connor Bedard to 5-year, $75M extension
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