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Has a Rebuild Like the Blackhawks’ Ever Worked in the NHL?

Has a rebuild like the Chicago Blackhawks ever been done before? Today, we continue our examination of rebuilds as fans either lament the third year of the current rebuild or patiently wait to see if their hopes will bear fruit.

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Blackhawks Sign Anton Frondell to Entry-Level Contract

The Chicago Blackhawks took another step in their rebuild. They announced on July 15 that they signed 2025 third overall pick, Anton Frondell to a three-year, entry-level deal ($975,000 AAV).

Anton Frondell News / Last Word On Sports / July 15

Third-Overall Pick From 2025 Draft Signs Entry-Level Deal

The Chicago Blackhawks used the third-overall pick in last month’s NHL Entry Draft to select Anton Frondell. On Tuesday, Frondell agreed to an entry-level contract with the Blackhawks.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Blade of Steel / July 15

Blackhawks Lock In Future Core Piece, Officially Sign Third Overall Pick from Sweden

The Chicago Blackhawks have had three straight fantastic picks in the first-round, and now, they've inked Anton Frondell after using the No. 3 overall pick on him.

Anton Frondell News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Blackhawks sign Anton Frondell to three-year, entry-level contract

The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to terms with 2025 first-round pick Anton Frondell on a three-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Tuesday afternoon.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Blackhawks’ Kyle Davidson vocal on young stars making jump to NHL

The Chicago Blackhawks had another impressive NHL Draft class last month in Los Angeles, California. Anton Frondell is the frontliner, as he went third overall at the 2025 NHL Draft.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / July 14

Blackhawks to Open Season Against Defending Stanley Cup Champions

The NHL announced the first three games of the 2025-26 season Monday, including a tripleheader on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The Chicago Blackhawks and Florida Panthers will kick off the season with a 4pm Central puck drop.

Anton Frondell News / ChiCitySports / July 14

Former player shares why Chicago Blackhawks selected Anton Frondell

The Chicago Blackhawks picked third in the NHL Draft in 2025 after finishing with the second-fewest points in the sport. The lottery was only slightly unkind to them.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

Blackhawks’ Offseason Strategy Shows Next Stage of Rebuild Has Arrived

On July 1, 2024, the Chicago Blackhawks committed $59.4 million to eight players. This year, on July 1, the team signed one player for a total of $1.77 million.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

3 players Blackhawks must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

The Chicago Blackhawks once again came nowhere close to a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the recently completed 2024-25 NHL Season, finishing with a 25-46-11 record and landing the third overall selection in the NHL Draft Lottery.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Chicago Blackhawks’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / July 13

Blackhawks Goalie Will Enter Vezina Trophy Conversation

The Chicago Blackhawks made a bold move during this past season and acquired goaltender Spencer Knight in the trade that sent Seth Jones to the Florida Panthers.

Jeff Blashill News / ChiCitySports / July 11

Chicago Blackhawks head coach receives harsh criticism from Utah defenseman

The Chicago Blackhawks enter the offseason with some optimism, especially after finishing last in the Central Division last season. The Blackhawks have a nice group of young players, led by star Connor Bedard, and will be coached by Jeff Blashill, who should help turn things around.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Blackhawks’ most realistic trade acquisition in 2025 NHL offseason

It has been a quiet summer so far for the Chicago Blackhawks. Still, there should be hope in the Windy City. They have a young core of players, led by Connor Bedard.

Andre Burakovsky News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Meet the New Blackhawks: Andre Burakovsky

The Chicago Blackhawks weren’t very active at the beginning of free agency this offseason, to the chagrin of most fans. The upcoming 2025-26 campaign is supposed to be THE season the Blackhawks take the next step in their rebuild.

Frank Nazar News / On Tap Sports Net / July 11

Blackhawks Line Projections: Building the Best Fit Around Frank Nazar

Frank Nazar has an exciting opportunity this season, as the Chicago Blackhawks see him as their second-line center. This will be an important season for Nazar, who had an impressive finish to the 2024-25 season. In order to facilitate that, the Blackhawks need to get the second line right.

Frank Nazar News / On Tap Sports Net / July 10

Blackhawks Player Grades: Frank Nazar

Kyle Davidson began his rebuild with the 2022 NHL Draft. He moved on from franchise faces in Alex DeBrincat and Kirby Dach to acquire first-round picks while taking on Petr Mrazek to secure a third first-round selection.

Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / July 9

Blackhawks Line Projections: Who Starts on Connor Bedard’s Wing?

The dog days of the NHL are here. The draft is behind us, free agency floated by, and the Chicago Blackhawks have the roster that they have. There are still some events before the Blackhawks roster is finalized; it's still July after all.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Grading Blackhawks’ 2025 NHL Draft class

The 2025 NHL Draft was a rousing success, and many NHL teams felt like they achieved their goals. The Chicago Blackhawks were no different as they made some selections in the 2025 NHL Draft.

Connor Murphy News / On Tap Sports Net / July 9

Blackhawks Player Grades: Connor Murphy

No player on the Chicago Blackhawks' current roster has suited up for more games than Connor Murphy. Once considered a head-scratching acquisition, as he was traded for franchise legend Niklas Hjalmarsson, Murphy became a beacon of consistency on the Blackhawks blue line despite plenty of ups and downs over the course of eight seasons.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / July 8

Chicago Blackhawks: Price for extending Connor Bedard’s contract revealed

This summer is the first opportunity the Chicago Blackhawks have to extend Connor Bedard’s contract. The No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft said this summer that he wants to stay in Chicago, though he and general manager Kyle Davidson have been mum on where they sit in negotiations.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

His last professional game was on Dec. 12 with the Boston Bruins against the Seattle Kraken.

Rangers re-sign former first-round pick

Flyers ink this former first-round pick to a five-year extension

Mammoth sign forward to a five-year contract avoiding arbitration

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

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Connor Bedard News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Blackhawks GM Confirms First Move on Connor Bedard Extension Talks

The Chicago Blackhawks have begun negotiations with wunderkind Connor Bedard on a potential contract extension, with the 2025–26 season marking the final year of his entry-level deal.