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Chicago Blackhawks get gut punched again, lose out on top coaching target: Report

The Chicago Blackhawks‘ coaching search is going miserably as the calendar turns to May. The Blackhawks are seeking to replace Luke Richardson, who was fired in December.

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Chicago Blackhawks should target Tampa Bay Lightning prospect in trade talks

Much of the Chicago Blackhawks’ front office will have their attention locked in on the draft lottery that will be conducted next Monday, May 5. The team will be getting another top-four pick just like they had a season ago when they finished 31st in the league standings.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

Blackhawks’ Top 5 'Tool Belt' Celebrations From 2nd Half of 2024-25 Season

In the first half of the 2024-25 season for the Chicago Blackhawks, they won just 14 of their first 41 games. I highlighted five of those wins by choosing the top five “tool belt” handoffs.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30

Former Blues forward Phil Roberto dies at 76

The St. Louis Blues announced that former player Phil Roberto has died at the age of 76.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Blackhawks have a new top target for next head coach

The Chicago Blackhawks appeared to be in on the sweepstakes to land Denver head coach David Carle this offseason. However, the two-time national champion withdrew his candidacy for the position over the weekend, leaving the Blackhawks looking in another direction.

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What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Why the Chicago Blackhawks don’t want to win the 2025 NHL draft lottery

With the Chicago Blackhawks finishing at the bottom of the league standings for another season, the highlight of their year is coming up next week. The NHL draft lottery is set for next Monday, May 5 to determine where the Blackhawks will be selecting with their first of two choices in the opening round of the draft in June.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

Chicago Blackhawks 2024-25 Player Grades: Goaltenders

The Chicago Blackhawks finished the regular season with a 25-46-11 record and 61 points. It was the fourth-straight season the Blackhawks found themselves at the bottom of the standings, ranked last in the Central Division with the second-worst record in the NHL, thanks, in large part, to a lack of scoring up front and subpar play on the back end.

Arvid Soderblom News / On Tap Sports Net / April 28

Arvid Soderblom Selected to Team Sweden for the 2025 IIHF Men's World Championship

As the 2025 IIHF Men's World Championship nears, international teams are announcing their roster for the tournament. Team Sweden announced their roster on Monday, April 28, and Arvid Soderblom was named as one of their goaltenders. The Men's Worlds will take place from May 9 to May 25 in Sweden and Denmark.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / April 28

Chicago Blackhawks former top coaching candidate is 'likely' to return to the collegiate level

David Carle informed the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday that he was withdrawing his name from their head coaching search this offseason. This was a gut-punch to fans, as many viewed the 35-year-old as the “must hire” candidate as soon as Luke Richardson was relieved of his duties behind the bench in December.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / April 28

With David Carle Out of Consideration, Who is the Best Head Coach Candidate for the Blackhawks?

Elliotte Friedman reported on April 26 that David Carle, the top head coach candidate for the Chicago Blackhawks, withdrew from consideration for the Hawks' head coaching vacancy.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / April 28

Chicago Blackhawks may have a new front-runner for their head coaching vacancy

A very busy offseason has already begun for the Chicago Blackhawks and they received some bad news on Saturday in regards to their head coaching search.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Blackhawks’ News & Rumors: Vlasic, Nazar, Carle, IceHogs, More

As the first round of the NHL playoffs unfold, the Chicago Blackhawks are on the outside looking in. Most of the players are vacationing before they get back to their summer workouts and training.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 26

Top Blackhawks head coaching candidate withdraws from consideration

Given their abundance of young talent, it’d be hard to turn down a coaching opportunity from the Chicago Blackhawks. University of Denver Head Coach David Carle is one of the most highly regarded coaches outside the NHL, and it’d make sense for the Blackhawks to pursue him.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 26

David Carle withdraws from consideration for Blackhawks head-coaching position

The Blackhawks are one of a handful of teams looking to find their next head coach.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blade of Steel / April 26

Talented Coach Withdraws from Chicago Blackhawks Coaching Search in Surprise Move

One name at the top of the list of the Chicago Blackhawks for their next head coach has withdrawn his name from consideration, throwing a wrench into their plans.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 26

Popular Coach Withdraws from Blackhawks Coaching Job Hunt

The Chicago Blackhawks’ coaching search has potentially taken a hit this weekend, as University of Denver head coach David Carle has officially withdrawn from consideration.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / April 26

Top Coaching Candidate Withdraws From Blackhawks Search

After leading the University of Denver to two NCAA national championships in the past three years, David Carle has emerged as arguably the best head coaching candidate of this hiring cycle.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / April 26

Chicago Blackhawks rejected by top coaching candidate after ‘aggressive pursuit’: Report

The Chicago Blackhawks‘ coaching search is not going well for general manager Kyle Davidson. The Blackhawks are looking to replace Luke Richardson after he was fired in December following a 57-118-5 record in his three seasons in Chicago.

Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / April 26

Connor Bedard’s Future: Why Chicago Is the Perfect Home for the NHL’s Rising Star

The Chicago Blackhawks have a generational talent in Connor Bedard, and as the 19-year-old phenom becomes eligible for a rookie contract extension this summer, speculation about his future is heating up.

Sam Rinzel News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

Blackhawks’ Sam Rinzel’s Confidence Makes for Smooth Transition to NHL

An influx of young talent defined the Chicago Blackhawks this season. From Frank Nazar joining the team in December to Ryan Greene debuting at the end of the season, fans tasted the fruit of the seeds that have been sown for several years now.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 24

Offseason checklist for the Chicago Blackhawks

The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Chicago.

Colton Dach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 24

Blackhawks assign former second-round pick to AHL

Colton Dach’s first NHL season came to an early end when he suffered an elbow injury last month. However, it appears that injury has healed as the Blackhawks announced that the forward has been assigned to AHL Rockford.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / April 24

Alex Vlasic and Frank Nazar Join Team USA For The 2025 IIHF Men's World Championship

Team USA announced on April 24 that two Chicago Blackhawks players made the roster for the 2025 IIHF Men's World Championship: defenseman Alex Vlasic and forward Frank Nazar.

Connor Bedard News / House of Hockey / April 19

Connor Bedard sends warning to NHL about the Blackhawks

Connor Bedard sends a warning to the entire NHL about the Chicago Blackhawks

The team could be a year or two from having a breakout season, which will mark a new era in the Chicago Blackhawks franchise.

Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard shuts down extension talk after disappointing season

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Connor Bedard News / Daily Faceoff / April 17

‘I love it here’: Connor Bedard reaffirms desire to stay with Blackhawks

Despite another down season, Connor Bedard still sees his future being with the Chicago Blackhawks. Speaking with reporters Thursday following locker clean-out,