Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews dismiss trade rumors as the Chicago Blackhawks open training camp: ‘It’s just a lot of noise right now’ Patrick Kane called it “crushing.” Chicago Tribune · Sep 23, 2022
Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews still committed to Blackhawks despite ‘disappointing’ moves Entering the final years of their contracts, the Hawks’ two veteran stalwarts both insisted Thursday they haven’t given much thought yet to the possibility of trades out of Chicago. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 22, 2022
As Blackhawks’ training camp begins, Luke Richardson set to encounter his first of many challenges The Hawks will hold their first on-ice camp sessions Thursday, starting what will likely be a season full of losing. Their new coach will need to build a culture to keep them unified through the adversity. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 21, 2022
Are Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews buying in to the rebuild? 3 things we learned as Blackhawks training camp opens. CHICAGO — When the Chicago Blackhawks take the ice Thursday at Fifth Third Arena to begin training camp, they’ll kick off a new era. Chicago Tribune · Sep 21, 2022
What will it take for Blackhawks to be NHL’s worst team? Finishing 32nd in the 2022-23 NHL standings would guarantee the rebuilding Hawks a top-three draft pick. But the Hawks aren’t the only team with that idea entering this season. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 17, 2022
NHL bettors are saying tanks to the Blackhawks Bet on it: Wise hockey gamblers smell a winner by betting the under on the Blackhawks’ points total Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 17, 2022
Quiet moments rare but valuable for Kyle Davidson as he settles into Blackhawks GM role A congenital heart defect makes it especially important for Davidson to manage his stress levels, and escaping Chicago for the lakes that surround his hometown of Sudbury, Ontario, allows him to do just that. Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 3, 2022
Paul Sullivan: With the futures of Toews and Kane in flux, Blackhawks' rebuild is ‘draining’ — and has only just begun CHICAGO — Jonathan Toews had an apt description of the Chicago Blackhawks rebuild during a recent interview with The Athletic. Chicago Tribune · Jul 29, 2022
Ted Kulfan: Blue Jackets, Red Wings among winners this busy NHL offseason DETROIT — This NHL offseason promised to be wild and woolly and, so far, hasn't disappointed. Tribune News Service · Jul 20, 2022
Anatomy of a teardown: Why the Blackhawks are doing what they’re doing The Hawks’ recent rate of turnover on the ice, behind the bench, in the front office and beyond has been stunning. But for the most part, this was a mess that needed this kind of deep cleaning. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 16, 2022
Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson had ‘healthy’ talks with Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews about ‘tough decisions’ facing team CHICAGO — Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson said he gave team leaders Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews a heads up about some “real tough decisions,” though he didn’t give them foreknowledge about the details of the moves he was planning. Chicago Tribune · Jul 14, 2022
Kyle Davidson has ‘healthy’ conversation with Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews as Blackhawks’ offseason winds down The Hawks GM said he doesn’t have a “fully formed opinion...one way or another” on whether Kane or Toews might eventually request trades. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 14, 2022
Blackhawks sign 6 free agents — including Max Domi — while Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews are in holding pattern CHICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks weren’t expected to make a big splash in free agency this summer, but one of their six signings Wednesday raised eyebrows: Max Domi. Chicago Tribune · Jul 14, 2022
If Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews stay, what will Blackhawks’ lines look like? It appears increasingly unlikely the two veteran cornerstones will be traded this summer. If they aren’t, the Hawks’ forward depth chart — weak as it is — is pretty much now set. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 13, 2022
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 13, 2022 The Blackhawks’ rebuild and those innocent times when being bad was considered a bad thing The team sure asks a lot from its fans. Patience. A high pain threshold. Amnesia. And money.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022 Blackhawks could be busy again Wednesday as NHL free agent market opens The Hawks absolutely need a second goaltender, probably need a few more forwards and might look into acquiring a bad contract for assets.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 12, 2022 Duncan Keith retires; says of Blackhawks, ‘We wanted to be great every single night’ Keith thanked Hawks fans, who can have fun debating whether he was the team’s best defenseman since Chris Chelios, Doug Wilson or Pierre Pilote — or ever.
Chicago Tribune · Jul 11, 2022 Paul Sullivan: Uncertain futures of Patrick Kane and Willson Contreras are just the way of the world in the age of the rebuild Patrick Kane and Willson Contreras are two elite players in their respective sports and fan favorites in Chicago, where they’ve spent their entire careers.
Chicago Tribune · Jul 9, 2022 Phil Thompson: Blackhawks may look unrecognizable next season without Alex DeBrincat — but will it be worth it? CHICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks may have a better idea of their starting lineup for the 2025-26 season opener than for the Oct. 12 opener at the Colorado Avalanche.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 8, 2022 Alex DeBrincat, Kirby Dach ‘shocked’ by trades away from Blackhawks Dach’s move to Montreal could be a beneficial fresh start, but it’s difficult to imagine DeBrincat thriving in Ottawa more than he did in Chicago.
Chicago Tribune · Jul 7, 2022 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.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 7, 2022 Blackhawks blow up roster by trading Alex DeBrincat, Kirby Dach in draft-night explosion In a crazy night at the NHL draft, the Hawks traded DeBrincat to the Senators and Dach to the Canadiens, respectively, for a combined five picks. They later acquired goalie Petr Mrazek and another pick from the Maple Leafs.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Jul 6, 2022 Jeff Gordon: NHL marketplace heats up ahead of draft, free agency ST. LOUIS — The NHL offseason has officially kicked into high gear. Teams are negotiating with their potential free agents, eyeing trades ahead of the draft, clearing salary cap space and preparing to shop the marketplace.
Chicago Tribune · Jul 4, 2022 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 Sun-Times · Jun 27, 2022 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.