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The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the…
The 2026 NHL Prospect Combine was this past week (June 1-6) in Buffalo, New York. 90 top prospects came together for interviews and fitness testing, for teams to get one…
The Chicago Blackhawks know their rebuild cannot take the next step without improvement on the blue line. While the organization’s young forward core continues to generate excitement, general manager Kyle Davidson acknowledged that strengthening the defense corps will be one of the team’s priorities this offseason. Speaking at the NHL Draft Combine, Davidson admitted the […] The post Blackhawks GM outlines where Chicago is looking to upgrade this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints .
This is your daily thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Blackhawks notes from NHL combine: Chase Reid’s dinner, Caleb Malhotra’s connection ( Sun-Times ) Could Blackhawks draft target Ivar Stenberg be the next Lucas Raymond? ( Sun-Times ) Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson says he’s motivated to make a major offseason move ( Athletic ) Could defenseman Chase Reid make sense for the Blackhawks at No. 4 of 2026 NHL Draft? ( Athletic ) Musings on Madison,...
The Chicago Blackhawks are being linked with a potential blockbuster trade involving a star center. Chicago is set to enter an incredibly important offseason and will be looking to make a major splash. Connor Bedard’s future is obviously the most important piece of business for general manager Kyle Davidson to work out this summer.On top […] The post Blackhawks Named Top Suitor for $73 Million Star Center appeared first on HEAVY .
This is your daily thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Could defenseman Chase Reid make sense for the Blackhawks at No. 4 of 2026 NHL Draft? ( Athletic ) Musings on Madison, Episode 211 — Pridham departs, revised Blackhawks season thoughts and early draft talks ( SCH ) What losing another prospect means for the Blackhawks in the big picture ( Athletic ) Blackhawks trade prospect Jack Pridham to the Lightning ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( Athle...
This is your daily thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Musings on Madison, Episode 211 — Pridham departs, revised Blackhawks season thoughts and early draft talks ( SCH ) What losing another prospect means for the Blackhawks in the big picture ( Athletic ) Blackhawks trade prospect Jack Pridham to the Lightning ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( Athletic ) Blackhawks CHL prospect update, 6/1: Vanacker and Behm finish strong; Pridham not signing? ( ...
There's been plenty of talk since the draft lottery that the San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks are open to moving the second- and fourth-overall picks, respectively, in this month's NHL Draft. But we're hearing from insider David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period of other Top 10 picks that should be up for grabs as well. Seattle will entertain moving the seventh overall pick in a deal for a top line forward, and Winnipeg may move the eighth overall pick for immediate second line help (they wa...
The Blackhawks’ rebuild should be nearing its end. In many ways, the time spent building through the draft mirrors the construction of their dynasty roster. Trading away established players is not a new concept. Using this as the basis of a rebuild certainly is. The ‘youth movement’ as a roster-building philosophy has led the charge […] The post What Can the Blackhawks Learn From Their Rise of the 2000’s? appeared first on The Lead .
The Winnipeg Jets 2025-2026 season did not transpire as planned as the team disappointingly missed out on a playoff spot just a year removed from a presidents trophy winning campaign. One of the biggest storylines revolving around this Jets team was the return of Jonathan Toews to the NHL. The Chicago Blackhawks legend signed with […] The post Insider Reveals Jonathan Toews’ Future Plans appeared first on HEAVY .
Jonathan Toews made an incredible comeback to the NHL in 2025-26 with the Winnipeg Jets. After missing two seasons due to illness and COVID-19-related issues, Toews returned to the NHL this season. As the season came to an end, it seemed that Toews wanted to return to the Jets. Now, more is being revealed about […] The post NHL rumors: Blackhawks legend Jonathan Toews set to retire after 1-year comeback with Jets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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This is your daily thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Musings on Madison, Episode 211 — Pridham departs, revised Blackhawks season thoughts and early draft talks ( SCH ) What losing another prospect means for the Blackhawks in the big picture ( Athletic ) Blackhawks trade prospect Jack Pridham to the Lightning ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( Athletic ) Blackhawks CHL prospect update, 6/1: Vanacker and Behm finish strong; Pridham not signing? ( ...
Vitals Player: Kevin HayesBorn: May 8, 1992 (34 years old, 2025-26 was his age-33 season)Height: 6-foot-3Weight: 217 poundsHometown: Dorchester, Massachusetts, U.S.Shoots: LeftDraft: First round (24th overall) by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2010 NHL draft2025-26 Regular Season Statistics: 28 games played; four goals; four assists; eight pointsContract Status: Enters unrestricted free agency on July 1 […]
Safonov was originally taken by the Blackhawks during the 2021 NHL Draft.
Four countries and a "rest of world" squad will clash in the 2027 NHL All-Star Game tournament. Gary Bettman, Bill Daly, Marty Walsh and Ron Hainsey discussed the new weekend format and Russia's participation.
There's been plenty of talk since the draft lottery that the San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks are open to moving the second- and fourth-overall picks, respectively, in this month's NHL Draft. But we're hearing from insider David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period of another couple of Top 10 picks that should be up for grabs as well. Seattle will entertain moving the seventh overall pick in a deal for a top line forward, and Winnipeg may move the eighth overall pick for immediate second line h...
After four consecutive finishes in the basement of the Central Division, the Chicago Blackhawks are desperate to take a significant step forward in 2026-27. While a return to playoff contention remains the long-term goal, the Blackhawks would likely settle for remaining competitive into the spring after spending multiple years at the bottom of the NHL. […] The post Blackhawks rumors: The ‘odd man out’ on Chicago’s blue line ahead of 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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This is your daily thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Blackhawks trade prospect Jack Pridham to the Lightning ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( Athletic ) Blackhawks CHL prospect update, 6/1: Vanacker and Behm finish strong; Pridham not signing? ( SCH ) Blackhawks mailbag: Will Kevin Korchinski be in Chicago next season? ( Athletic ) Blackhawks 100 years of drama and dramatics ( Sun-Times ) Dennis Hull, longtime Blackhawks forward and counte...
Taylor Hall is playing in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in his NHL career. The former first-overall selection in the NHL Draft is in his second season and first full campaign with the Hurricanes, after being traded from the Chicago Blackhawks. Hall has noted that his time in Carolina has been special, […] The post Hurricanes forward Taylor Hall reveals biggest culture shock after Blackhawks trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Chicago Blackhawks have made a decision to trade prospect Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning . With the forward core being overcrowded, finding a spot in the Blackhawks lineup might be difficult for someone being projected as a third-line forward in the NHL. This follows another tough decision after the Lightning snagged prospect Dominic James beforehand. The wealth of riches has overwhelmed a team that is having trouble signing prospects. Now, the last debacle for ...
Stop us if you’ve heard this before. The Chicago Blackhawks are up against a deadline to sign one of their prospects and somehow that prospect ends up with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Last year it was Dominic James, and this year it is Jack Pridham. Chicago’s third-round selection (92 overall) in the 2024 NHL Draft was set to have his contract rights expire if he didn’t sign his entry-level contract or commit to a college program by 5:00 PM EST on June 1. Had he done neither, the 20-year-old woul...
The Tampa Bay Lightning, who were eliminated in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, swung a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, acquiring the signing rights to prospect forward Jack Pridham in return for a third round draft selection in 2027. The Blackhawks initially selected Pridham in the third round (94th overall) […] The post Brand-new Lightning prospect Jack Pridham commits to Denver for NCAA career appeared first on ClutchPoints .
While there were several notable improvements for the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2025-26 NHL season, they still fell short of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs by a considerable margin.The Blackhawks have not advanced past the regular season since the 2020 “bubble” in Edmonton amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Long gone are the days of franchise […] The post NHL Insider Hints Blackhawks Could Make Blockbuster Trade appeared first on HEAVY .