Chicago Blackhawks fans can put to rest the hashtag #FreeTuevo now. The #18 overall pick in the 2012 NHL Draft, Tuevo Teravainen has loads of potential, and in this new year, we'll begin to see it. Teravainen began the season at Rockford, but Friday night it became official: Tuevo is coming up to the parent club. … [Read more...] about Finally, it’s Teuvo Teravainen time for Blackhawks
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2015 Winter Classic pits storied franchise vs league’s best scorer
The 2015 Winter Classic will be hosted by the nation’s capital as the Washington Capitals face off against the Chicago Blackhawks. The New Year’s Day marquee game will be the first hosted in Washington D.C. It will be the second appearance for each team. Chicago also hosted a Stadium Series game last season. The Winter Classic is now in it’s 7th edition, and has grown into … [Read more...] about 2015 Winter Classic pits storied franchise vs league’s best scorer
Ben Eager joins Chicago Wolves, another ex Blackhawks player on team
Ben Eager spent little time in between teams. The former Chicago Blackhawk is now a member of the Chicago Wolves. Eager is the third member of the 2009-10 Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks on the Wolves’ roster joining forward Colin Fraser and defenseman Brent Sopel. … [Read more...] about Ben Eager joins Chicago Wolves, another ex Blackhawks player on team
Trevor van Riemsdyk: very pleasant surprise for Blackhawks
Trevor van Riemsdyk surprised many by making the Chicago Blackhawks roster out of training camp. His addition led to the subtraction of Nick Leddy. Leddy was going to eventually command more money and it has been well-documented that the Hawks are against the salary cap. The move was widely panned, but what fans and critics of the trade can agree upon is that van Riemsdyk … [Read more...] about Trevor van Riemsdyk: very pleasant surprise for Blackhawks
Marian Hossa: Blackhawks’ consistent, reliable 2-way player
When Marian Hossa signed a monster twelve-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2009 he came to the team having played for the Stanley Cup runner-up the two previous seasons (2009 Detroit Red Wings and 2008 Pittsburgh Penguins). After winning two Stanley Cups with the Blackhawks, his career is more "complete." But he's always been a very special player. Even though he … [Read more...] about Marian Hossa: Blackhawks’ consistent, reliable 2-way player
2014-15 Chicago Blackhawks season preview
Many hockey pundits, including Sports Illustrated, predicted the Chicago Blackhawks to win it all this year. So anything less than those coveted 16 postseason wins in spring/summer 2015 will constitute a disappointment. Yes, that's the standard. Two Stanley Cups in a four year span will do that. NHL on NBC Analysts Mike "Doc" Emrick, Pierre McGuire and Eddie Olczyk (yes the … [Read more...] about 2014-15 Chicago Blackhawks season preview
Special chance to re-live both Blackhawks title clinchers
Comcast SportsNet Chicago, television partner of the Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox, will be celebrating its 10th anniversary throughout the month of October beginning on the official launch date – Wednesday, October 1st. As the Blackhawks have been the biggest winner by far during that decade, they have been the network's biggest cash cow. So among the top 10 moments … [Read more...] about Special chance to re-live both Blackhawks title clinchers
VIDEO: Blackhawks’ Jim Cornelison sings national anthem on Colbert Report
Jim Cornelison, the full time national anthem singer for the Chicago Blackhawks, has performed the Star Spangled Banner at numerous venues in addition to the United Center. Cornelison has performed the Star Spangled banner before NFL and college football games; as well as NASCAR races. Last night, on the eve of the Star Spangled banner's 200th birthday, he flexed his vocal … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Blackhawks’ Jim Cornelison sings national anthem on Colbert Report
Chicago Blackhawks, Kevin Hayes win Kevin Hayes sweepstakes
The Chicago Blackhawks are the latest team to gain a draft pick by losing one. Over the weekend, the time period to sign 2010 1st round draft pick Kevin Hayes ended with no resolution. Therefore, Hayes is allowed to sign anywhere he wants. Good for Hayes and good for the Chicago Blackhawks. Kevin Hayes has every right to bet on himself. He is also allowed to do so based … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks, Kevin Hayes win Kevin Hayes sweepstakes
How do Toews, Kane extensions affect the Hawks big picture?
As expected, the Chicago Blackhawks locked up their future. Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane agreed to contract extensions that will last eight years and are worth a reported $10.5 million annually. The contract extensions will go into effect at the start of the 2015-16 season. Toews and Kane were asking for as much as $12 million per season and were also reported to sign on … [Read more...] about How do Toews, Kane extensions affect the Hawks big picture?