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A shortened training camp for the Chicago Blackhawks is now in the books. One of the drawbacks of this truncated format was that the coaching staff started with what they believed was their best lineup, based on last season’s data and information.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 8

Blackhawks options at center, players with the most to prove, Vlasic, Commesso & more

Labor Day weekend has come and gone and that means it’s that much closer to the start of the season for the Chicago Blackhawks. The prospect showcase starts this week, and training camp will begin on September 17.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 7

It's not impossible for Drew Commesso to make the Blackhawks in 2026-27

Goalie Drew Commesso is one that many are watching next season. The 24 year old is heading into his fourth year pro, but he has only five games of NHL experience, as he has spent the majority of his Chicago Blackhawks tenure with the Rockford IceHogs.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / July 17

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Drew Commesso

Goalies are always fun to grade, especially guys who get a small cup of coffee in the NHL. In the case of the Chicago Blackhawks, Drew Commesso fits that billing.

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People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 6

Blackhawks sign goaltender to two-year extension

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goaltender Drew Commesso to a two-year contract extension carrying an annual salary cap hit of $875,000, the team announced Monday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Blackhawks Extend Commesso; Gets Bigger Opportunity For Net

The Chicago Blackhawks signed the first of their RFA (Restricted free agent) group, announcing an extension for goalie Drew Commesso to a two-year ($875,000 AAV).

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / July 6

Blackhawks sign Drew Commesso to two-year contract

The Chicago Blackhawks have worked out a deal with one of their restricted free agents. On Monday, the Blackhawks signed goaltender Drew Commesso to a two-year, two-way contract.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6

Blackhawks Sign Drew Commesso To Two-Year Extension

The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goalie Drew Commesso to a two-year contract extension. Per an official announcement, the deal carries a $875K cap hit.

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People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11

Blackhawks Reassign Drew Commesso

The Blackhawks are sending goaltender Drew Commesso back to AHL Rockford, per Tracey Myers of NHL.com. He had been recalled under emergency conditions over the weekend after Spencer Knight was sidelined with an illness, but he’s now cleared to return and will be available for tomorrow’s road outing against the Mammoth.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Blackhawks Recall Nick Lardis And Drew Commesso

The Blackhawks have made a pair of roster moves before tomorrow’s game in Dallas. The team announced that winger Nick Lardis and goaltender Drew Commesso have been recalled from AHL Rockford.

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What To Expect From Blackhawks' Drew Commesso Moving Forward

After the Chicago Blackhawks broke their four-game winning streak last week in a dreadful 5-1 loss to the Washington Capitals, they seem to have bounced back yesterday while facing the Nashville Predators.

NHL News / The Rink / January 11

Recap: Commesso and Blackhawks blank Predators 3-0 in Nashville

The Chicago Blackhawks have been on a roll as of late. They have won three out of their last four games, dropping their most recent contest to the Washington Capitals.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / January 10

Blackhawks' Drew Commesso walls off Predators for shutout win

Drew Commesso pitched a 36-save shutout for the Chicago Blackhawks in a 3-0 victory against the host Nashville Predators on Saturday. Commesso was making his second start in two nights after being recalled at the last minute on Friday to fill in for Spencer Knight.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 8, 2025

Chicago Blackhawks fans don’t need to worry about young goaltender’s rough night in the AHL playoffs

The Rockford IceHogs continued their quest for the Calder Cup on Wednesday and Chicago Blackhawks fans kept a close eye on what was happening in goal. Despite having a 2-0 series lead over the Milwaukee Admirals, the IceHogs allowed three goals in the opening period of the 6-2 loss.

NHL News / The Rink / March 1, 2025

Blackhawks trade Seth Jones to Florida, acquire Spencer Knight, first-round pick from Panthers

Kyle Davidson wasted little time in dealing disgruntled defenseman Seth Jones, as the Chicago Blackhawks traded the veteran blueliner and a fourth-round pick to the Florida Panthers on Saturday night.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Bleacher Nation / December 19, 2024

Blackhawks Activate Mrázek, Send Commesso to Rockford

On Thursday morning, the Chicago Blackhawks activated veteran goaltender Petr Mrázek off IR and assigned Drew Commesso back to the Rockford IceHogs. Arvid Söderblom was working in the starter’s net at the morning skate ahead of the Blackhawks hosting the Seattle Kraken.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Rink / December 15, 2024

Recap: Blackhawks waste strong start from Commesso, lose 4–1 to New Jersey

After falling to the New York Islanders on Thursday night, the Chicago Blackhawks resumed action against the New Jersey Devils in a Saturday afternoon matinee.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 14, 2024

3rd Period Surge Propels Devils to 4-1 Win Over Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks came into Prudential Center to face the New Jersey Devils on Saturday afternoon. It was the first career start for Drew Commesso,

Chicago Blackhawks News / Inside The Rink / November 20, 2024

Chicago Blackhawks Recall Drew Commesso

Chicago Blackhawks prospect Drew Commesso was recalled from the Rockford IceHogs on Tuesday. The United States National Team Development Program product has played in six of the Icehogs’ 12 games this season with a 3.71 goals against average and a .854 save percentage.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 19, 2024

Blackhawks recall former second-round pick

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / March 30, 2024

Gotta See It: Drew Commesso Makes A Barehanded Save

Everyone who saw it whether on video or in person knew it hurt. Drew Commesso included. But the 21-year-old Blackhawks prospect decided to make the save barehanded like it was a game of mini-sticks in the basement–and it worked.