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Blackhawks’ Sam Lafferty, Jason Dickinson find instant chemistry: ‘I see what he sees’

The Hawks acquired Dickinson hoping he’d complement Lafferty well, and that has proven exactly correct. The two speedy, defensive-minded forwards say they often intuitively know where the other will be.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 7, 2022

Philipp Kurashev driving Blackhawks’ most effective lines, even in losses

The Hawks blew another late lead in a 4-3 shootout loss Sunday against the Wild. But Kurashev, who has thrived alongside Jason Dickinson and now Jonathan Toews, enjoyed another strong game.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 31, 2022

Blackhawks’ solid start providing early validation of self-belief

The Hawks have played better through their first four games than anyone but themselves expected, but there are still 78 games to go — and Petr Mrazek’s groin injury represents the first of many challenges ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 22, 2022

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 Tribune · May 16, 2022

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 · Apr 29, 2022

Blackhawks’ Kirby Dach out with sprained right shoulder as challenging season nears end

Dach missed the Hawks’ game Saturday against the Predators; test results on his injury are expected back Monday. Plus, Patrick Kane curiously dodged a question about his goal celebration.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 16, 2022

Blackhawks, losers of 6 straight, hope shuffled lines keep final weeks interesting

Dylan Strome and Alex DeBrincat have been united with former Erie linemate Taylor Raddysh, and Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane have been united alongside Philipp Kurashev.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 9, 2022

Blackhawks interested in re-signing Sam Lafferty, who would ‘love to come back’

Lafferty is a pending unrestricted free agent, but the Hawks have liked his play this spring and he should be affordable to re-sign.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 4, 2022

Can Blackhawks’ Sam Lafferty stay on Brandon Hagel’s trajectory?

Lafferty’s play this season — making positive impacts in all three zones but without a ton of points to show for it — is reminiscent of Hagel’s play last season. So could Lafferty take off next season like Hagel did this season?

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 27, 2022

Blackhawks’ Seth Jones still waiting for shots to translate into goals

Jones is shooting as much as usual and with better accuracy, but he has scored only three goals this season.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 13, 2022