by Peter Christian and Bryan Vickroy Today the Western Conference Finals begin with the Chicago Blackhawks lining up against the San Jose Sharks. There is no shortage of story lines for this series (such as former Badger linemates playing against each other or the mayors of each city making lame wagers on the series winner) but sometimes you need to just compare the teams on … [Read more...] about NHL Western Conference Finals Scorecard
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Chicago Ruling Czar Daley makes cliched bet with San Jose
Mayor (well, actually ruling Emperor) Richard M. Daley wagered a package of local food, drink and other products with the Mayor of San Jose on the success of the Chicago Blackhawks in the upcoming Western Conference Finals against the San Jose Sharks. “The excitement over the Blackhawks has been great for the city of Chicago,” Daley said in a City Hall news conference at … [Read more...] about Chicago Ruling Czar Daley makes cliched bet with San Jose
Chicago Blackhawks vs. San Jose Sharks pits Badger vs. Badger
by Peter Christian The last time both Adam Burish and Joe Pavelski stepped on the same ice with this much on the line was April 8th, 2006. It was as teammates and linemates for the Wisconsin Badgers in the National Championship Game at the Bradley Center in Milwaukee. I was there, but this story isn't about me. Now, a little more than 4 years later, both players are ready … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks vs. San Jose Sharks pits Badger vs. Badger
Scandalous, Hilarious and Outrageous Chicago Blackhawks Stories
By Paul M. Banks The 2009-10 Chicago Blackhawks have been very good at playing hockey so far. They've also done a great job generating colorful headlines off the ice. Hawks players have spent the past year engaging in various behaviors that have made for AWESOME copy; from a sports blog perspective. Tomorrow, they'll commence their Western Conference Finals series against … [Read more...] about Scandalous, Hilarious and Outrageous Chicago Blackhawks Stories
Familiarity breeds contempt in Hawks-Sharks Series
By Paul M. Banks In two days, the Chicago Blackhawks will start their battle with the San Jose Sharks for Western Conference supremacy. And when the gauntlet is thrown down, there will be lots of commonalities and bonds between the two warring factions. Here are a few ties that bind: … [Read more...] about Familiarity breeds contempt in Hawks-Sharks Series
NHL Western Conference Finals: by the numbers
By Paul M. Banks In two days, the Chicago Blackhawks will start their battle with the San Jose Sharks for Western Conference supremacy. And when the gauntlet is thrown down, there will be lots of trends and numbers to monitor. Here's a look at how these guys got here, and what streaks to keep your eye on during the series: … [Read more...] about NHL Western Conference Finals: by the numbers
Blackhawks vs. Sharks: grab your bag- it’s on!
By Paul M. Banks One year to the exact date, the Chicago Blackhawks have eliminated the Vancouver Canucks from the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. Again, it's in the Western Conference semis, once again it's 4 games to 2. They beat VAN at GM place by a 5-1 margin, matching their record on the road this postseason. In both series so far, the Hawks were more about getting the … [Read more...] about Blackhawks vs. Sharks: grab your bag- it’s on!
Chicago Blackhawks Need to Dictate Pace to Win Game 6
by Peter Christian Game 5 was supposed to be a treat for the hometown fans. It was supposed to be final dagger to the Vancouver Canucks 2010 Stanley Cup hopes. For the Blackhawks, it wasn't either of those. The Canucks scored early and were able to establish their pace and style on the game. For the Hawks, they looked nothing like the team that had just taken it to the … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Need to Dictate Pace to Win Game 6
I actually started “Don’t Toews me Bro”
By Paul M. Banks As the Chicago Blackhawks took a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Vancouver Canucks Friday night, all eyes were on "Captain Serious" Jonathan Toews. "Taser" had 3 goals and 2 assists Friday night, leading the Hawks to a HUGE 7-4 win over Vancouver. So as everyone in the second city deems Toews the new local deity, you'll hear a lot of people using the … [Read more...] about I actually started “Don’t Toews me Bro”
Chicago Blackhawks Use Dustin Byfuglien as a Blunt Object
by Peter Christian Chicago Blackhawks fans can breathe a tiny bit easier. Well, they can breathe like they just put on a Breathe Right strip. It's not like they can actually breathe easier but since they're wearing that goofy little band-aid, they at least think they're breathing easier. The game 3 5-2 win in Vancouver was vital for both teams as the series was tied heading … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Use Dustin Byfuglien as a Blunt Object