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Isaak Phillips one of several bubble decisions Blackhawks must make after preseason finale

Phillips might not make the Hawks’ initial roster, but the prospect defenseman’s solid camp performance means he’ll get opportunities when others get injured as the season progresses. On the forward side, meanwhile, coach Luke Richardson has some tough calls to make.

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Blackhawks’ penalty-kill tactics emphasize aggressiveness within diamond formation

The Hawks’ switch last season from a piston to diamond PK structure was effective. This season, they’ll keep the diamond but be more aggressive at certain moments to create turnovers and clears.

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Blackhawks notes: Jarred Tinordi incorporates more balance-related training

The rugged veteran defenseman did a lot of exercises on BOSU balls and foam rollers this summer, intentionally destabilizing himself to improve his balance. He made his 2023 preseason debut Thursday in the Hawks’ 3-2 shootout loss to the Wild.

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Blackhawks’ Jason Dickinson readjusting to grinder role after last year’s top-six cameo

Out of necessity, the Hawks used Dickinson in a more offensive role the second half of last season. Now back on a new-look fourth line with Nick Foligno and Corey Perry, though, he feels more at home.

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Connor Bedard learning not to do too much as Blackhawks’ preseason rolls on

With patience, Bedard’s chances and points will come, as was the case Tuesday. He tallied three points in a 4-2 Hawks win. But in the meantime, Luke Richardson is teaching him that “everything doesn’t have to be a highlight.”

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Corey Perry’s net-front domination opens new options for Blackhawks’ power play

Even at age 38, Perry remains effective in the dirty areas, thanks to his ability to get his stick on every puck. Given his rebounding skill, the Hawks are emphasizing shooting early and often on power plays this season.

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Blackhawks notes: Andreas Athanasiou thankful for stability with two-year contract

Athanasiou, who didn’t travel — along with most of the Hawks’ top players — for the Hawks-Wild preseason game Saturday, had played each of the last three seasons on one-year deals.

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Blackhawks’ Taylor Raddysh faces difficult task of repeating 20-goal breakout

Historically, most non-first-round picks who have broken out for 20 goals in their second NHL seasons — as Raddysh did last year — have not maintained that production in their third seasons. This year, Raddysh will try to break that trend.

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To Kevin Korchinski, there’s nothing better than criticism

The Hawks have been blunt and ceaseless with feedback for Korchinski, their 19-year-old top defensive prospect. Thanks to a positive attitude protecting against discouragement, he has loved that approach.

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Connor Bedard impressive but unsatisfied by two assists in Blackhawks preseason debut

Bedard set up both Hawks goals in a 2-1 overtime win Thursday and more than held his own against the Blues’ top players. But he said he has “a lot better than that” coming soon.

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Blackhawks’ 2023 preseason games will matter significantly more than usual

For young players like Connor Bedard who form the Hawks’ next generation — and who need to quickly accumulate as much NHL experience as possible — there’s actually a lot of anticipation for the preseason, which starts Thursday against the Blues.

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Blackhawks goalie Arvid Soderblom feeling as calm as always about graduating into NHL

Soderblom’s cool, composed confidence — combined with his size and athleticism — has always excited the Hawks. This season, they’ll see how he fares as a full-time NHL goalie at last.

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How Blackhawks veterans plan to aid young players’ development processes

As the Hawks embrace the arduous journey back to contention, their veterans will be important in restoring the winning habits needed to return to relevance.

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Lukas Reichel feels ready for Blackhawks breakout: ‘It’s going to be the year’

After two years of bouncing between the NHL and AHL, Reichel is set to be a full-time center with the Hawks this season. He’ll need to continue improving his defensive and faceoff abilities, but his production late last season — 15 points in 23 games — set an encouraging pace.

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What makes Connor Bedard so good? Blackhawks players, coaches analyze his skills

Everyone has been awed by some aspect of Bedard’s game through the first two days of camp. For Tyler Johnson, it’s Bedard’s unique shooting release. For Connor Murphy, it’s his ability to create space. For Luke Richardson, it’s his various similarities to Sidney Crosby, Mark Stone and Auston…

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Blackhawks reinvigorated by youth movement as training camp begins

The presence of Connor Bedard and a number of other talented prospects lifted the mood at the first day of Hawks camp Thursday. Coach Luke Richardson said he hasn’t made any tweaks to his system yet, but he may eventually make some to accommodate the new personnel.

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Five key storylines to follow during Blackhawks training camp

Connor Bedard’s acclimation to Chicago, Kevin Korchinski’s attempt to prove his NHL readiness and Luke Richardson’s line combinations and mentality toward prospects will all be interesting to watch.

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Even with Bedard, Blackhawks likely to be one of NHL’s worst teams again this season

Bedard’s arrival and a loaded prospect pool has shrouded the reality that the Hawks’ record probably won’t be much better in 2023-24 than it was in 2022-23. Preseason gambling lines forecast the Hawks to be the NHL’s third-worst team.

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Cole Guttman ready for Blackhawks training camp after recovering from shoulder surgery

Before the surgery in March, Guttman’s separation speed, faceoff ability and productivity impressed the Hawks at the AHL and NHL levels. He’ll be particularly interesting to watch in camp starting Sept. 21.

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Corey Perry will mentor Blackhawks’ young players, just like he did with Canadiens, Lightning

Hawks coach Luke Richardson has seen firsthand the impact Perry, at age 38, can have on players half his age. He’ll have to smooth things over with the Hawks’ fan base first, however.

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Connor Bedard is a ‘pretty normal guy,’ but not to Blackhawks fans rushing to buy his jersey

Bedard jerseys are replacing Kane and Toews jerseys as the standard uniform of any Hawks fan — in Chicago and around the world. But behind that jersey is a down-to-earth 17-year-old kid who just happens to excel at hockey.

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Blackhawks acquire Corey Perry’s rights from Lightning, hope to sign veteran

The Hawks traded a 2024 seventh-round pick in exchange. Perry is currently set to become a UFA on Saturday, but the Hawks are confident they’ll sign the 38-year-old forward best known for his Ducks tenure.

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Blackhawks re-sign Andreas Athanasiou to two-year contract

Athanasiou will carry a $4.25 million salary-cap hit, helping the Hawks creep closer to the cap floor and providing offensive support for expected No. 1 pick Connor Bedard.

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Save our pudding! Why restaurant desserts are disappearing

They were once a high spot of eating out. Now you’re lucky if the pudding menu stretches to a couple of choices. Is the UK losing its sweet tooth?

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Blackhawks’ captaincy conundrum: Seth Jones, Connor Murphy or no one?

Jonathan Toews’ exit opens the Hawks’ captain position for the first time in 15 years. Jones and Murphy are respectable candidates, but it’s also possible the Hawks leave the position vacant — as many other teams are doing.

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