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After a long wait, hockey season is almost back. The Chicago Blackhawks opened training camp Thursday morning, sorting out who sticks, who heads to Rockford, and who earns a real shot.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / September 18

Could a former Flame lose his records this season?

There aren’t many former Flames with NHL records, at least in the positive sense. One such man, though, is Phil Housley. Housley had two spells for the Flames, the first in the mid-90s, and the second in the late 90s/early 2000s.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 18

Patrick Kane can’t just be a mentor, he needs to be another one of the guys

In his return to the Chicago Blackhawks, Patrick Kane doesn't need to earn the respect and prove his experience. However, he does need to show he isn't just "Patrick Kane, the three-time Stanley Cup champion", but that he's just like everybody else.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / September 15

Chicago Blackhawks Name Kane, Bertuzzi Alternate Captains

Tuesday is a day of celebration for the Chicago Blackhawks. After the news regarding Connor Bedard’s captaincy broke on Tuesday morning, the following press conference was a way to celebrate the news.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Detroit Red Wings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat addresses Dylan Larkin trade request, Patrick Kane departure

The Detroit Red Wings have not made the playoffs since the 2015-16 campaign. It has also been a tumultuous offseason for the team. Dylan Larkin requested that the Red Wings trade him, while the team also moved on from Steve Yzerman as the general manager.

Patrick Kane to Sound the Alarm for Chicago Fire FC

Chicago Blackhawks legend Patrick Kane is making quite the return tour in Chicago. After throwing out the first pitch during the Crosstown Classic at Wrigley Field in mid-August, Kane is making an appearance at Soldier Field on Wednesday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 4

Outlining the potential leadership group for the Blackhawks in 2026-27

There’s been tons of discussion over whether Connor Bedard should inherit the captaincy for the Chicago Blackhawks, or if Patrick Kane should hold that honor for the next two seasons he’s been signed for.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 3

Reasons to be optimistic about the 2026-27 Blackhawks

It is easy to have a negative mindset heading into this 2026-2027 season if you are a Chicago Blackhawks fan. After all, the results on the ice have not been pretty over the course of this Kyle Davidson rebuild.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 2

Patrick Kane’s return creates a leadership question in Chicago

One of the reasons Blackhawks fans should be excited for this upcoming season is the return of Patrick Kane. After bouncing around the league for the past few seasons, Kane is coming home to Chicago after signing a two-year deal this past offseason.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / August 31

How Patrick Kane can help, & hurt, the Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks made some big additions this offseason, in an effort to ice an improved and more well-rounded squad. Their biggest addition on defense was obviously Bowen Byram.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

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 / Blackhawk Up / August 28

How Patrick Kane's Chicago return could leapfrog Nick Lardis to the next level

When the Chicago Blackhawks drafted Nick Lardis in the third round of the NHL draft three years ago, he was known as a guy who could score goals from any angle, anywhere on the ice, at any time he pleased.

Patrick Kane got the most incredible reception at the Cubs-White Sox game

Patrick Kane is back in Chicago, and he felt the love of Windy City sports fans before Tuesday’s game between the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. Kane was in attendance for the second game of the Crosstown Series at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill., and threw the ceremonial first pitch.

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The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 29

Patrick Kane's Blackhawks return must be more than a homecoming story

Patrick Kane is back where his NHL career began, and nobody needs to pretend the reunion is anything short of fascinating.

Five surprising NHL stats that probably can't be replicated next season

The Torch: Naming the best player for every year in NHL history

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 24

Blackhawks fans will love Patrick Kane's comments on his return

Blackhawks fans will love Patrick Kane's comments on his Chicago return

Chicago Blackhawks fan favorite Patrick Kane spoke publicly about his return to the club for the first time on Friday.

Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse

Hurricanes could pull off the NHL's next blockbuster trade

Isles fans will love Matthew Schaefer's comments about his next contract

16-year NHL veteran eyeing another season: 'I got one more left in the tank'

The five biggest unresolved storylines of the 2026 NHL offseason

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 24

Patrick Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse

Patrick Kane is going home. Dylan Larkin would still prefer to leave his.

Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23

Blackhawks grant Connor Bedard's wish, reunite with franchise icon

Blackhawks reunite with Patrick Kane on two-year deal, fulfilling Connor Bedard's wish

Chicago selected Kane with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2007 NHL Draft, and he more than lived up to the hype, becoming one of the best players in franchise history.

Patrick Kane's exit makes Dylan Larkin's Red Wings problem even worse

Senators GM says he saw signs Brady Tkachuk wanted out over a year ago

Islanders fans will love Matthew Schaefer's contract comments

NHL's Jets, PGA Tour roast Heat for LeBron James mishap

Chiefs' new stadium renderings look just like NHL team's arena

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 23

Patrick Kane Returns To Blackhawks On Two-Year Deal

Patrick Kane is going back to Chicago, first reported by Elliotte Friedman. Kane is signing a two-year deal and will make $8MM annually, which will take him through the 2027-28 season, when Kane will turn 39-years-old, per the Blackhawks press release.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 22

New twist in possible Patrick Kane return to Chicago after Blackhawks GM comments

If it wasn’t clear how the Chicago Blackhawks felt about Patrick Kane and a possible reunion with the team, we know now. GM Kyle Davidson spoke with the media this week and had a message for Kane, keeping the door wide open for a return.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 20

Connor Bedard wants Patrick Kane back with the Blackhawks

Following Connor Bedard's five-year contract extension, the young NHL star has made it public that he wants Patrick Kane to sign with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Blackhawks lock up Bedard with staggering extension

Blackhawks' Bedard extension is a win-win deal

Analyzing Bedard's contract extension

Jamie Drysdale opens up about his new deal with Flyers

Blue Jackets’ Isac Lundestrom undergoes surgery on Achilles

Jack Campbell announces retirement from hockey

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 16

Patrick Kane Between Sabres And Blackhawks As Free Agent Destinations

According to The Fourth Period, Patrick Kane might not re-sign with the Detroit Red Wings, but could find other homes to potentially return to. The American veteran is now 37 years old, but hasn’t shown many signs of slowing down in terms of NHL production.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

Five NHL players in danger of negative regression in 2026-27

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 13

Six potentially productive NHL free agents looking for new teams

This year's unrestricted free agent market was especially grim in terms of top-tier talent and difference-makers, but there were still some useful players available.

Oilers sign Colton Dach to two-year extension

Ducks make massive Leo Carlsson decision

Could Maple Leafs bring back a familiar face in free agency?

How the New York Rangers could line up after active offseason

The five best contracts signed in 2026 NHL free agency so far

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3