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On YouTubeChicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / June 18
Blackhawks retain F Ryan Donato with four-year, $16M deal
Chicago Blackhawks forward Ryan Donato signed a four-year, $16 million contract extension, the team announced Wednesday. Donato, 29, could have become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, but instead chose to sign a deal through the 2028-29 season with Chicago.
Connor Bedard News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Blackhawks sign Connor Bedard co-star to $16 million extension
The 2025 Stanley Cup Final is over, and the NHL offseason is underway. The Chicago Blackhawks did not waste any time making moves, either. Chicago has signed veteran forward Ryan Donato to a contract extension.
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How many of the players to score five goals in a single Stanley Cup Final series since the Modern Era began (1967-68) can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Blackhawks make $16 million decision on veteran
The Chicago Blackhawks entered the offseason knowing they had a few key contracts to deal with after they found a head coach. With Jeff Blashill officially replacing Luke Richardson as head coach, general manager Kyle Davidson has to decide how he wants to proceed with Connor Bedard, who is eligible for a contract extension this summer.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 18
Chicago Blackhawks Extend Ryan Donato to 4-Year Contract
Aside from the upcoming 2025 NHL Draft, the Chicago Blackhawks‘ most pressing matter for this summer was re-upping Ryan Donato. Less than 24 hours after the conclusion of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, general manager Kyle Davidson got it done—a team-friendly four-year, $16 million deal.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Last Word On Sports / June 18
In-Demand Forward Signed This Off-Season
The Chicago Blackhawks will make room for one of their top forwards from this past season. News emerged that Ryan Donato has signed a contract to stay in the Windy City.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Blackhawks Sweeten Deal to Keep Ryan Donato Ahead of Free Agency
The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Wednesday that they have locked up forward Ryan Donato with a four-year, $16 million contract extension. The deal, carrying a $4 million annual cap hit, is believed to be an increase over their last offer and enough to keep Donato from testing free agency on July 1.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / June 18
Blackhawks sign Ryan Donato to four-year extension
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed center Ryan Donato to a four-year contract extension with a $4 million cap hit, according to Daily Faceoff insider Frank Seravalli.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 18
Blackhawks veteran lands lucrative contract extension after breakout season
The Hawks will clean up an important piece of business with this move.
T.J. Brodie News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18
Blackhawks rumors: Chicago will buy out veteran defenseman
The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly making a change to their blue line ahead of a crucial offseason. The team is expected to buy out defenseman TJ Brodie, via Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times: “NHL offseason activity is about to get going.
T.J. Brodie News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 18
Blackhawks likely to buy out T.J. Brodie
The Blackhawks will likely buy out defenseman T.J. Brodie when the first window opens later this week, reports Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times. The vast majority of his $3.225MM total compensation for next season was via a $2.45MM signing bonus, which is unaffected by a buyout.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Blackhawks open to trading No. 3 pick for ‘immediate’ help: Report
Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson is a big believer in building through the draft. The Blackhawks have amassed young talent at centre in recent history, and Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar are expected to be the faces of the franchise when their new core is ready to compete in the postseason.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17
Blackhawks Considering Bold Draft Trade, Says Insider
The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly open to trading their third overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft, according to insider Frank Seravalli. While
Chicago Blackhawks News / Breakaway on SI / June 17
Report: Blackhawks Looking to Trade Third Overall Pick
The Chicago Blackhawks have been one of the NHL’s bottom-feeder teams for quite some time now, failing to reach 30 wins in each of the last five seasons.
Ethan Del Mastro News / On Tap Sports Net / June 16
Blackhawks Player Grades: Ethan Del Mastro
The Chicago Blackhawks' blue line is one of the most interesting positions to examine as the team's rebuild eventually turns into competitive hockey teams.
Lukas Reichel News / The Hockey Writers / June 16
Blackhawks’ Lukas Reichel Named to Team Germany’s 2026 Preliminary Olympic Roster
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy are quickly approaching in February, and the IIHF (International Ice Hockey Federation) announced the 12 participating countries’ first six players to their preliminary rosters on June 16.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / June 16
Chicago Blackhawks most pressing positional need revealed
The Chicago Blackhawks should enter the offseason looking at potentially upgrading every position on the roster. The Blackhawks have plenty of glaring holes after finishing last season with the league’s second-worst record.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / June 16
Blackhawks’ News & Rumors: Minor Trade, Olympic Hopefuls, Toews’ Destinations & More
The Chicago Blackhawks, like the rest of the NHL, are gearing up for the 2025 NHL Entry Draft at the end of the month (June 27 and 28) and the start of free agency on July 1.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 16
Exploring Blackhawks’ options with No. 3 pick in 2025 NHL Draft
The Chicago Blackhawks have a new head coach in Jeff Blashill. His mission is to take Connor Bedard and this roster to the next level. Chicago is certainly hoping things go better than his tenure with the Detroit Red Wings in the mid-to-late 2010s and early 2020s.
Tyler Bertuzzi News / Trade Talk Sports / June 15
Would Tyler Bertuzzi Look Good in a Maple Leafs Uniform?
Tyler Bertuzzi’s name is back in the rumour mill—and so is Toronto’s potential interest. After just one season with the Chicago Blackhawks, the 30-year-old forward could be a buyout candidate.
Michael Peca News / The Hockey Writers / June 15
Blackhawks Assistant Coach Michael Peca Can Improve Forwards’ Defensive Abilities
The Chicago Blackhawks’ summer of change continues as we await the 2025 NHL Draft. We don’t know who general manager Kyle Davidson will select with the third overall pick, but we did learn that Jeff Blashill will be the head coach for the 2025-26 season.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 13
Bruins acquire rights to Swedish defenseman in trade with Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks have traded the rights to Swedish defenseman Victor Soderstrom to the Boston Bruins in exchange for defense prospect Ryan Mast and a seventh-round pick.
Connor Bedard News / On Tap Sports Net / June 12
Blackhawks Player Grades: Connor Bedard
The future of the Chicago Blackhawks arguably hinges on one player becoming a true superstar. Although Connor Bedard has two strong teenage seasons under his belt at the NHL level, fans are seemingly underwhelmed by Bedard's production.
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