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Blackhawks Player Grades: TJ Brodie

The end of the Chicago Blackhawks season marks a new beginning and a new set of expectations for the following season. With an incredible end to the season in Ottawa, the expectations and excitement for the 2025-26 season and upcoming summer are very high. As always, now is the time to grade the players from the campaign.

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Jeff Blashill’s Connor Bedard prediction will fire up Blackhawks’ fans

The Chicago Blackhawks had another miserable season in 2024-25 and have hired a new coach. Jeff Blashill is in town, hoping to improve on his first NHL head coaching job with the Detroit Red Wings.

Ryan Donato News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28

3 best Ryan Donato destinations in 2025 NHL free agency

For a fifth straight season, the Chicago Blackhawks did not make the playoffs. Still, there is hope in Chicago. New head coach Jeff Blashill says Chicago is going to improve their roster.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / May 28

Mike Vellucci expected to join Blackhawks’ coaching staff

The cast behind the bench looks to be set in the Windy City. According to Daily Faceoff insider Frank Seravalli, the Chicago Blackhawks are closing in on adding Mike Vellucci to their coaching staff for the 2025-26 season.

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The 'Last Stanley Cup Playoff shutout for each NHL franchise' quiz

How many of the NHL goaltenders to record the most recent playoff shutout for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / May 28

New Blackhawks Coach Expects Greatness From Franchise Center

When Jeff Blashill accepted his new job as head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks, he knew what his primary objective would be: helping franchise center Connor Bedard reach the next level as a player.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Every Conn Smythe winner in NHL history

The ultimate goal of any NHL player is to hoist the Stanley Cup. However, there is another trophy that is pretty great to lift when the playoffs end. We’re talking about the Conn Smythe Trophy, which goes to the postseason’s most valuable player.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 27

Blackhawks officially hire Peca, retain Sorensen, Waite

Blackhawks officially hire Michael Peca, retain Anders Sorensen, Jimmy Waite

New Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill had his introductory press conference early on Tuesday.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 27

‘Habits’: Chicago Blackhawks new coach has message for Connor Bedard

Year 3 with pivotal for Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks. General manager Kyle Davidson is pumping new blood into the life of a Blackhawks team that has underperformed since Bedard joined the team as the No.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / May 27

Meet Jeff Blashill: Kyle Davidson Introduces His New Head Coach to the Media

Jeff Blashill was officially named the Chicago Blackhawks' head coach last week on May 22. Blashill and general manager Kyle Davidson met with the media on May 27 to answer questions.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

Blackhawks’ Nazar and Vlasic Building Confidence Amid Success at World Championships

The IIHF World Championships are always entertaining to watch throughout the start of the offseason. However, for Chicago Blackhawks fans, it was made for more “must-see” viewing, as two of their players, Frank Nazar and Alex Vlasic (Team USA), faced Switzerland for the Gold medal and won.

Jeff Blashill News / On Tap Sports Net / May 23

Thoughts: Jeff Blashill is the Blackhawks' New Head Coach

Thursday, May 22, 2025: The Chicago Blackhawks now have their 42nd head coach in franchise history. Jeff Blashill earns his second head coaching stint in the NHL after getting his first chance with the dreaded Detroit Red Wings for seven seasons from 2015 to 2022.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 23

Chicago Blackhawks Are No Longer the NHL’s Dumping Ground

Earlier this month, the Chicago Blackhawks writing team here at The Hockey Writers were presented with a potential trade scenario by a colleague. To the Blackhawks: Mika Zibanejad with the New York Rangers retaining $1.7 million of his $8.5 million contract and a second-round pick.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Athlon Sports / May 22

Blackhawks Make Big Announcement Heading Into Crucial Offseason

The Chicago Blackhawks will enter the upcoming offseason looking to do some damage in their rebuild. Chicago has missed the playoffs for multiple years, and the team wants to see some new direction take place.

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Jeff Blashill News / The Rink / May 22

Jeff Blashill named Chicago Blackhawks’ head coach

Made official this morning, Jeff Blashill is now the 42nd head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks. Blashill’s introductory press conference will be on Tuesday, May 27.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 22

Blackhawks part ways with assistant coach Kevin Dean

Blackhawks assistant coach Kevin Dean will not return to the club next season, reports Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff. In fact, it doesn’t appear any of the assistants, including Derek King and Derek Plante, will be back next season after the club announced the hiring of new head coach Jeff Blashill today.

NHL News / House of Hockey / May 22

Rangers Coach Unexpectedly Cuts Ties With Team to Join Chicago Blackhawks

The New York Rangers coaching staff has had a shakeup this off-season, and now, they've reportedly lost another member of the staff to Chicago. This off-season

Sam Bennett News / ChiCitySports / May 22

Chicago Blackhawks early 2025 free agent profile: Sam Bennett

It will be interesting to see where the Chicago Blackhawks will spend their money this offseason in free agency once the draft concludes at the end of June.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 22

Chicago Blackhawks hire their next head coach

Ever since Luke Richardson was relieved of his duties as the Chicago Blackhawks’ head coach in December, the fanbase has not stopped talking about who would come in the take over the next phase of the rebuild.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blade of Steel / May 22

Chicago Blackhawks Hire New Coach Following Horrendous Season

The Chicago Blackhawks had two Head Coaches this past season, and now, it appears they've landed the coach they believe can lead them into the future.

Connor Bedard News / ChiCitySports / May 22

Connor Bedard’s first 2 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks mirror those of a franchise legend

The Chicago Blackhawks are putting plenty of faith in Connor Bedard to be their next franchise icon as the team hopes to turn the corner in their rebuild this upcoming season.

Anders Sorensen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 21

Anders Sorensen likely to remain on Blackhawks' staff

The Blackhawks have been linked to Jeff Blashill for their head coaching vacancy in the last few weeks and are widely expected to make that hiring official in the coming days.

Jonathan Toews News / House of Hockey / May 21