Chicago Blackhawks aren’t worried about a winless streak creeping into their psyche: ‘We all don’t want to lose’ CHICAGO — Puck luck works both ways. Chicago Tribune · Nov 28, 2022
Blackhawks notes: Alex Stalock close to return, but Jarred Tinordi injured The veteran goaltender, who impressed in October but suffered a concussion Nov. 1, joined Petr Mrazek and Arvid Soderblom in morning skate Sunday. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 27, 2022
Paul Sullivan: Boo who? Kirby Dach scores winning goal in shootout against former team, sending Blackhawks to 6th straight loss. CHICAGO — Kirby Dach’s homecoming was quiet for most of the afternoon Friday at the United Center. Chicago Tribune · Nov 26, 2022
Patrick Kane still ‘happy to be playing hockey,’ even as Blackhawks struggle Kane raved earlier this season about how much happier and healthier the Hawks’ collective mood was this season. That has waned somewhat — but not disappeared — as wins have become scarcer. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 24, 2022
Blackhawks experimenting with five-forward power-play unit, for now Philipp Kurashev has recently become the fifth forward on the ice with Patrick Kane, Max Domi, Jonathan Toews and Taylor Raddysh. But Seth Jones could soon end the five-forward era. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 24, 2022
Blackhawks’ resilient effort falls short in stinging loss to Penguins The Hawks channeled the humiliation of their loss Saturday in Boston into a much better performance Sunday, but Sidney Crosby’s late goal dealt them a fourth straight defeat nonetheless. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 21, 2022
Marian Hossa anticipates ‘amazing feeling’ at Blackhawks jersey retirement ceremony Sunday Hossa, who also recently released an autobiography about his Hall of Fame career, has encountered plenty of reminders this week about how times are changing. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 17, 2022
Blackhawks’ Patrick Kane, enduring relatively slow start, searching for more puck touches Kane snapped a three-game scoring drought with two assists Saturday. But he’s more worried about his possession time than his production. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2022
Blackhawks’ MacKenzie Entwistle adjusting to playing left wing for first time Entwistle has enjoyed the new experience on his off side, finding defensive-zone exits easier to orchestrate when retrieving rim-arounds on his forehand. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2022
Blackhawks tweak power play entry patterns, in-zone setup after poor stretch The Hawks are just 1-for-8 on the PP their last four games, and they rank last in the NHL in PP scoring chances per minute. They hope some changes Tuesday, including flipping Max Domi and Patrick Kane, spark a resurgence. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 8, 2022
Top-Shelf Takes: The Maple Leafs are fundamentally broken and there’s no easy fix No easy help is coming for this miserable Maple Leafs squad. USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 2, 2022
Blackhawks’ streak snapped by Oilers in penalty-laden barnburner After a combined 20 penalties and five game-tying goals, Oilers star Leon Draisaitl scored with 37.6 seconds left to defeat the Hawks 6-5 on Thursday. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 28, 2022
Patrick Kane hopes goal sparks streak, but Blackhawks’ balanced offense isn’t a problem Even after breaking his goal drought Tuesday, Kane has recorded points on just 25% of the Hawks’ goals so far this season — a healthy indicator of a more diversified offense. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 27, 2022
Blackhawks use ‘underdog mentality’ to hold off Panthers, win fourth straight After three straight comeback wins, the Hawks survived a learning experience in the opposite skates Tuesday, hanging on in the third period for a 4-2 victory. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 26, 2022
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Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 20, 2022 Blackhawks searching for ‘proper, objective way’ to decide number retirements after Marian Hossa Once Hossa’s No. 81 jersey is raised in November, the Hawks will face tough decisions about other key players from their dynasty era. CEO Danny Wirtz says they’ll build a group that will collectively decide where to draw the line.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 20, 2022 Blackhawks leadership communicating with Kyle Davidson to plan for future trades Hawks CEO Danny Wirtz and the team’s business department are prepared to “deal with the reality” if Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews or any other current players are dealt this season.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 18, 2022 Blackhawks working to make tenacious forecheck part of their identity During three practice days before Friday’s home opener, coach Luke Richardson will emphasize playing quickly through the neutral zone and aggressively on the forecheck.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2022 Patrick Kane ready to stop talking, start playing as what likely is his final Blackhawks season begins Kane believes the Hawks can exceed their low projections and prove the world wrong this season. But he also knows their performance on the ice is what really matters, and that’s what he’s most excited for: simply being back on the ice.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 8, 2022 Riley Stillman trade shows how Blackhawks can keep accumulating picks without big assets General manager Kyle Davidson should be able to take advantage of his abundant salary-cap space and the expendability of most of his current players.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 7, 2022 2022-23 NHL season predictions: Standings, awards, bold predictions, and more Will our NHL predictions for the upcoming season come true?
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 4, 2022 Lukas Reichel deemed ‘not quite there yet,’ sent to AHL as Blackhawks whittle down roster Several waves of cuts Tuesday brought the Hawks’ expected opening-night NHL roster into tighter focus. Reichel’s reassignment to Rockford was the most notable transaction.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 3, 2022 Blackhawks’ Max Domi, Andreas Athanasiou need to learn Patrick Kane’s preferences quickly The two new signings have forced passes to Kane far too often during their first two preseason games. They’ll need to learn soon what Alex DeBrincat knew inherently: Kane doesn’t benefit from deference from his linemates.
Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 29, 2022 Luke Richardson teaching Blackhawks new systems in straightforward way: ‘It helps everybody’ The new Hawks coach makes sure every player has a specific job in any given situation and understands that job clearly. Players have found that approach refreshing and easy to understand during training camp.
Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 28, 2022 Kevin Korchinski makes Blackhawks debut in preseason opener Korchinski made some smart decisions in his 19:02 of ice time, but the Hawks lost to the Blues 4-1.