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The Blackhawks latest rebuild attempt is relying on trust the team hasn’t earned

Why should anyone believe in this front office?

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Blackhawks trade Kirby Dach to Canadiens for 13th, 66th overall draft picks

The Dach trade came just hours after the Hawks traded Alex DeBrincat, two parts of a crazy day at the 2022 NHL Draft.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago Blackhawks trade Alex DeBrincat and Kirby Dach, then select defenseman Kevin Korchinski with the No. 7 pick of the draft

The Chicago Blackhawks traded All-Star winger Alex DeBrincat to the Ottawa Senators for the Nos. 7 and 39 picks in this year’s NHL draft and a third-rounder in 2024.

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Blackhawks still trying to trade into 1st round as NHL draft nears

Ahead of the draft Thursday, general manager Kyle Davidson said there has been “lots of talk,” but negotiations have been “distilled down to a few teams the last little while.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Even if Blackhawks trade rights to Dylan Strome, Dominik Kubalik, they won’t get much back

The Hawks would like to get something during draft week in exchange for the two forwards, to whom they aren’t expected to give qualifying offers, but they don’t have much leverage.

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Phil Thompson: Chicago Blackhawks’ clock hinges on Alex DeBrincat’s status — and trading him could have huge repercussions

Luke Richardson should enjoy the moment.

Chicago Tribune

Blackhawks notebook: Kyle Davidson talking trades, looking for role for Derek King

The Hawks hope to keep King in the organization, despite giving the head-coaching job to Luke Richardson.

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Luke Richardson’s self-belief in coaching abilities affirmed by Blackhawks hiring

After paying his dues as a player and longtime assistant coach, Richardson will test his “calm demeanor” and patient approach in a tough situation in Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks’ coach hiring checks off first box of long offseason to-do list

Luke Richardson was officially announced as the Hawks’ new coach Monday, allowing general manager Kyle Davidson to turn his attention toward trades, contract negotiations and the NHL Draft next week.

Chicago Sun-Times

Luke Richardson will need to strike delicate balance while coaching Blackhawks through rebuild

Over the next few seasons, the Hawks’ new coach will need to accept that losing is inevitable but avoid embracing losing or perpetuating a losing culture.

Chicago Sun-Times

Luke Richardson set to be named Blackhawks coach, kickstarting new era for team

CHICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks are expected to name Montreal Canadiens assistant Luke Richardson as their new head coach, sources confirmed to the Chicago Tribune on Friday.

Chicago Tribune

Blackhawks flesh out front office, name Meghan Hunter, Mark Eaton assistant general managers

Eaton remains in his role overseeing development, while Hunter — who has risen quickly through the Hawks’ leadership ranks — will oversee hockey operations. Additionally, Brian Campbell and Karilyn Pilch also assumed major titles.

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Blackhawks’ decision whether or not to trade Alex DeBrincat will set course for rebuild

If general manager Kyle Davidson ultimately deals DeBrincat, it’s a clear sign he’s enacting a drastic rebuild that’ll involve tearing down the Hawks’ entire current roster, tanking for a few years and then starting from scratch.

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Blackhawks draft strategy: New amateur scouting director Mike Doneghey lays out his plans

Doneghey, who has replaced Mark Kelley as the head of the department, has told his staff to “buckle down and not leave any stone unturned” with five important second- and third-round picks coming up.

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Blackhawks offseason preview: Rebuild plans will become clear during draft, free agency

The Hawks hold eight picks in the 2022 NHL Draft (set for July 7-8) and employ 14 players who could become free agents come July 13.

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Blackhawks have plenty of options for next head coach as NHL’s carousel keeps spinning

The Hawks have set early to mid-July as their target for hiring a permanent coach. Interim coach Derek King seems increasingly unlikely to be the choice, but there’s no shortage of other options around the hockey world.

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Blackhawks seeking to ‘close the gap’ between baseball, hockey data systems

MLB teams have surged far ahead of NHL teams in terms of information gathering, processing and utilizing in decision-making. With Greenberg, a former Cubs executive, as their new associate general manager, the Hawks hope to adopt baseball’s advances.

Chicago Tribune

Jeff Greenberg brings system he learned with Theo Epstein’s Cubs to Blackhawks as he tries to ‘close that gap’ with baseball

CHICAGO — Even Jeff Greenberg knows this feels crazy, right?

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Who are the coaching options? What will they do in free agency? What to watch for this Chicago Blackhawks offseason

CHICAGO — The 2021-22 Chicago Blackhawks season probably has faded from fans’ memories already — because who really wants to remember anything that transpired on or off the ice during that turbulent time?

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks players’ hopes of quick rebuild don’t align with reality — or Kyle Davidson’s plan

Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews and others cited the Rangers and Kings as evidence the Hawks, too, could return to contention soon. But their general manager cautioned it “might take a little longer than they may hope, perhaps.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks don’t win draft lottery, officially cede first-round pick to Blue Jackets

The Hawks’ 15.4% chance of winning the No. 1 or 2 overall pick didn’t come to fruition Tuesday, and the pick is now gone for good — completing the regrettable Seth Jones trade package.

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Blackhawks part ways with Marc Crawford, Rob Cookson as coaching changes begin

Crawford’s departure is more notable, as he’d been with the Hawks for three years and had one year left on his contract as associate coach. The head coaching search, meanwhile, should begin soon.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks notebook: Sam Lafferty, with extension in hand, will be ‘big part of the rebuild’

Lafferty signed a two-year contract with a $1.15 million cap hit with the Hawks on Friday. Plus, tidbits on Taylor Raddysh, Kirby Dach and Tyler Johnson heading into the offseason.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks hire Jeff Greenberg, former Cubs executive, as new associate general manager

Greenberg will join GM Kyle Davidson and fellow associate GM Norm Maciver to complete the three-man group leading the Hawks’ front office.

Chicago Tribune

Jonathan Toews thinks the Chicago Blackhawks ‘can turn around pretty fast’ — but will he be around for it?

CHICAGO — This season has been a challenge for the Chicago Blackhawks and Jonathan Toews in particular.

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