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Blackhawks’ 2023-24 lineup looking clearer as Kyle Davidson focuses on depth, versatility

The Hawks are “very close” to being done, with defensive depth being the only box left to check — and they might wait until training camp to add it. RFA Philipp Kurashev filed for salary arbitration Wednesday, but that was expected.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks prospect Kevin Korchinski gaining weight, getting comfortable ahead of pivotal camp

Korchinski, the Hawks’ best defensive prospect, has accomplished everything one can at the junior level. If he can hold up physically against NHL competition, he has a real chance to make the Hawks’ roster.

Chicago Sun-Times

In Marcel Marcel, the Blackhawks have found a one-of-a-kind forward prospect

The Hawks used their fifth-round draft pick on Marcel, who is 6-4 and 243 pounds, a surprisingly decent skater and a hilarious personality. And, yes, there’s a story behind his name.

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Blackhawks goalie prospect Adam Gajan has already witnessed Connor Bedard’s skill

Gajan, whom the Hawks drafted 35th last week, was the goaltender victimized by Bedard in his famous world-juniors highlight. But Gajan’s overall performance for Slovakia still caught the Hawks’ eye in a good way.

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Taylor Hall motivated to prove with Blackhawks his stardom hasn’t faded

As Connor Bedard’s most likely linemate, Hall will receive lots of playing time and offensive chances in Chicago, in contrast to last season in Boston. That expanded opportunity excites him.

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Blackhawks sign Ryan Donato as free agency opens, further crowding forward roster

Donato signed a two-year contract Saturday with a $2 million salary-cap hit after producing 27 points in 71 games for the Kraken last season.

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Connor Bedard’s first challenge with Blackhawks will be handling the enormous pressure

Being arguably the most anticipated NHL rookie of all time won’t be an easy situation to manage. But people close to Bedard are resoundingly, uniformly confident that he will overcome the challenge.

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Blackhawks won’t be major players in NHL’s free-agent frenzy Saturday

One or two small moves are possible — such as to address the right-side defensive depth — but Hawks general manager Kyle Davidson won’t be too busy.

Chicago Sun-Times

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.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks GM’s Hilarious Man-on-the-Street Interview at NHL Draft Goes Viral

The interviewer had no idea who he was talking to.

Sports Illustrated

Blackhawks’ Day 2 draft class headlined by Adam Gajan, Roman Kantserov

The Hawks completed their 11-man 2023 class by selecting goaltender Gajan, defenseman Janne Peltonen and seven forwards — Roman Kantserov, Martin Misiak, Nick Lardis, Jiri Felcman, Alex Pharand, Marcel Marcel and Milton Oscarson — on Thursday.

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Blackhawks acquire draft pick from Islanders to buy out Josh Bailey

The Hawks received a 2026 second-round pick for taking on Bailey’s contract Thursday, which they promptly bought out.

Chicago Sun-Times

Yankees’ Domingo German Makes History With Perfect Game

Plus, the latest on the biggest names in NBA free agency.

Sports Illustrated

Blackhawks shocked to get speedy forward Oliver Moore with No. 19 draft pick

Kyle Davidson tried to trade up repeatedly to get Moore, whom he described as the fastest skater in the draft. In the end, Moore fell right into the Hawks’ laps.

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Connor Bedard, as expected, taken first in the NHL draft by the Chicago Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks have selected Connor Bedard with the first pick in the NHL draft

Chicago Tribune

‘A great feeling’: Connor Bedard is a Blackhawk after being selected with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NHL draft

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — At 13 years old, Connor Bedard was proclaimed “the future of hockey.”

Chicago Tribune

Connor Bedard is a Blackhawk: The 17-year-old phenom is selected with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NHL draft

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — At 13 years old, Connor Bedard was proclaimed “the future of hockey.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks officially select Connor Bedard with No. 1 pick in NHL draft

Bedard, the most anticipated NHL prospect in eight years, became the cornerstone of the Hawks’ next era Wednesday. “He’s a player that you build around,” Hawks scouting director Mike Doneghey said.

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Sports Illustrated

Connor Bedard Selected No. 1 in NHL Draft by Blackhawks

Chicago selected heralded Canadian prospect Connor Bedard with the top pick Wednesday night.

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Connor Bedard Chicago Blackhawks jersey, 2023 NHL Draft No. 1 pick gear

How to get yourself a new Connor Bedard #Blackhawks jersey:

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A hockey interviewer was clueless that he was talking to the Blackhawks’ GM on a Nashville street

This is absolutely hilarious.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks maximize weekend dates, matinee starts in new 2023-24 schedule

The Hawks will host seven home games on Saturdays, a day they’ve historically ignored, and 25 of their 41 total games on weekends next season — their most since 2008-09. The season starts Oct. 10 at Pittsburgh. The home opener is Oct. 21 against the champion Golden Knights.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks notes: Kyle Davidson moves quickly to sign Nick Foligno

The veteran forward, whose free-agent rights were acquired from the Bruins in the Taylor Hall trade, will carry a $4 million salary-cap hit next season. Now, Davidson’s focus turns toward the first round of the draft Wednesday.

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Blackhawks notes: Cap space still enormous even after Taylor Hall addition

Hall’s $6 million salary-cap hit brings the Hawks closer to the cap floor, but GM Kyle Davidson can easily take on more contracts to acquire more assets in trades this week if such opportunities arise.

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