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Brent Sopel reaches games played milestone with Chicago Wolves

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Brent Sopel returned to Chicago to continue his playing career and has now accomplished something that establishes his longevity. On December 3, 2014 versus the Lake Erie Monsters, Brent Sopel played in his 1,000th career professional hockey game. To honor the feat, the Chicago Wolves will honor Sopel prior to the team’s game on January 3rd versus the Rockford IceHogs. … [Read more...] about Brent Sopel reaches games played milestone with Chicago Wolves

2015 Winter Classic pits storied franchise vs league’s best scorer

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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

NY Islanders: early season dominance fading away

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All good things come to an end. It’s a little dramatic but I’m purposely exaggerating what’s been going on with the Islanders since the second period of last Saturday’s home matinee against the St. Louis Blues. By the end of the first period, the Islanders were up 3-0 and it appeared their November dominance was not going to be halted in December. I mean, the Blues are one … [Read more...] about NY Islanders: early season dominance fading away

Trevor van Riemsdyk: very pleasant surprise for Blackhawks

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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

Hockey Sticks 101

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The game of hockey is an awesome sport and especially the hockey stick. It is a focal point in the game. What happens if a hockey stick breaks? Hockey would not be hockey without the puck and the stick, right? Let’s learn more on the role and rules of the stick. … [Read more...] about Hockey Sticks 101

Marian Hossa: Blackhawks’ consistent, reliable 2-way player

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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

Former Blackhawks D Brent Sopel keeps dream alive in Chicago

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Brent Sopel is playing hockey again in Chicago. It isn’t with the obvious team, either. The Calgary, Alberta native officially signed with the Chicago Wolves on October 10, and has played in each of the team’s first four games. After a three year stint in the Kontinental Hockey League, Sopel decided it was time to return to North America. The 37-year old Sopel is now in his … [Read more...] about Former Blackhawks D Brent Sopel keeps dream alive in Chicago

2014-15 Chicago Blackhawks season preview

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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