The Chicago Blackhawks start their Stanley Cup Championship defense against America’s Sweethearts: the St. Louis Blues. The drive down I-55 is enough to hate this match-up, but the (lack of) respect shown by the Blues for opponents is unmatched in the NHL, and Chicago is aware of that. Patrick Kane was injured in a 4-0 win over the Bloos (that’s spelled correctly) in March, … [Read more...] about Blues-Blackhawks: Meet me in St. LouBARF
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Chris Chelios’ son Jake trying to follow in legendary father’s footsteps
Chris Chelios is a Chicago Blackhawks legend. Seems oxymoronic but he's a Detroit Red Wings icon too. Given all that he accomplished in Madison, Chris Chelios is pretty beloved by Wisconsin Badgers nation too. Jake Chelios is striving to follow in his father's footsteps. To use yet another Ernest Hemingway pun, the son also rises; as Jake Chelios has signed with the AHL's … [Read more...] about Chris Chelios’ son Jake trying to follow in legendary father’s footsteps
Chicago Blackhawks will benefit from minor moves
The Chicago Blackhawks were linked to a handful of familiar names heading towards the NHL trade deadline Wednesday afternoon. Ryan Kesler, Martin Brodeur, and David Legwand were all attached to trade talks involving the Hawks. In the spirit of not rocking the boat, general manager Stan Bowman made trades that made minimal ripples to the roster. Draft picks, Peter Regin, … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks will benefit from minor moves
Blackhawks vs Penguins NHL Stadium Series: VERY in-depth preview
For my NHL Stadium Series preview, Chicago Blackhawks versus Pittsburgh Penguins at Solider Field, I recruited an All-Star team of analysts to form the first line of Stadium Series game previews. There will be other Stadium Series game previews out there, but mine is going live first (so I've got that going for me, which is nice). More importantly, try to find a NHL Stadium … [Read more...] about Blackhawks vs Penguins NHL Stadium Series: VERY in-depth preview
Blackhawks-Penguins Stadium Series: eight things to know
Saturday night is another big night for the NHL as the Stadium Series heads to Chicago for a matchup between the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins. The Blackhawks-Penguins tilt will feature two of the best teams in the league today. Here are some things to know heading into Saturday night’s game at Soldier Field. "I think it's going to be a great day," said … [Read more...] about Blackhawks-Penguins Stadium Series: eight things to know
Chicago Blackhawks: What to expect going forward
Thank God the Chicago Blackhawks and NHL are back. The lackluster Winter Olympics hockey tournament will give way to what really matters: the push towards the Stanley Cup playoffs. The Blackhawks are in very good position to make another run at the Cup, but there are a few things to take note of prior to the postseason. The Hawks head to the Big Apple to take on the New York … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks: What to expect going forward
Blackhawks Duncan Keith and Brent Seabrook appearing on NBC Drama
Chicago Blackhawks Duncan Keith (#2) and Brent Seabrook (#7) play will appear on the NBC drama "Chicago Fire" tonight. This is not to be confused with the local soccer team of the same name. Star defenders Brent Seabrook and Duncan Keith guest star on tonight’s installment of the NBC show, which returns to its 9 p.m. CST Tuesday slot tonight after an Olympics-induced hiatus. … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Duncan Keith and Brent Seabrook appearing on NBC Drama
Blackhawks Legend Jeremy Roenick talks Olympic Hockey
Chicago Blackhawks legend Jeremy Roenick was on conference call with the media to promote the Sochi Winter Olympics. Therefore I was privileged enough to talk some winter games with J.R. Here's some of the highlights from Jeremy Roenick. … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Legend Jeremy Roenick talks Olympic Hockey
2014 Olympic Hockey: Previews of every team Competing in Sochi
By far the most favorite sport of the Winter Olympics among men, we've previewed all the Olympic hockey teams. Remember the classic Gold Medal game between the U.S. and Canada in 2010 in Vancouver? Maybe Olympic hockey will give us another classic in Sochi this time. The Sports Bank's Jeff Hicks skated extra shifts to bring us a team preview for every Olympic hockey team. … [Read more...] about 2014 Olympic Hockey: Previews of every team Competing in Sochi
10 former Chicago Blackhawks going to Sochi
The Chicago Blackhawks are sending ten current players to Sochi for the 2014 Winter Olympics, but 10 former Hawks will be lacing up the skates, as well. The list is a mix of established NHL players and players not cut out for playing in the premier league in the world. Of the 10 heading to Sochi, four were Blackhawks draft picks, and four have won a Stanley Cup wearing the … [Read more...] about 10 former Chicago Blackhawks going to Sochi