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Controversial shark hunting show returns, shark activists speak out

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2001 was deemed summer of sharks; at least according to Time magazine. I know, younger readers are like "what's a magazine?" There were four or five shark attacks that year which got a lot of press. That's still very very low, and the percentage of sharks that have been know to attack man is miniscule. Only a handful of species of sharks have ever recorded an attack on a … [Read more...] about Controversial shark hunting show returns, shark activists speak out

How do Toews, Kane extensions affect the Hawks big picture?

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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?

Chicago Blackhawks add Richards, re-sign Regin

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The Chicago Blackhawks may have a second-line center. The NHL’s first day of free agency included Chicago’s addition of center Brad Ricahrds, who was bought outby the New York Rangers. His one-year, $2-million deal is exactly what Chicago needed to address a glaring need while keeping their salary cap total close to the $69-million limit. Richards may not have been the best … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks add Richards, re-sign Regin

2014 NHL Mock Draft Final

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It's time for the final update to our NHL Mock Draft.  We look to fill each team's biggest need heading into the NHL Draft on June 27-28 in Philadelphia, PA. The 2014 NHL Entry Draft has a lot of intrigue at the top 3 picks.  No one knows what Florida will do at #1, or if they will even keep the pick.  Aaron Ekblad, Sam Reinhart, and Sam Bennett have been jockeying for top … [Read more...] about 2014 NHL Mock Draft Final

Chicago Blackhawks 2014 NHL Draft Preview

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The Chicago Blackhawks will be adding to the farm system this weekend when the 2014 NHL Draft takes place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This year’s crop of prospects is low on immediate impact, making it a draft worth taking chances. Chicago drafts 27th overall in the first round, and will have eight total picks. That could change with the usual influx of trades before/during … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks 2014 NHL Draft Preview

2014 NHL Mock Draft 6-23-14

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  It's time for an update to our NHL Mock Draft.  We look to fill each team's biggest need heading into the NHL Draft on June 27-28 in Philadelphia, PA. (FINAL UPDATE of our mock draft linked here) The 2014 NHL Entry Draft has a lot of intrigue at the top 3 picks.  No one knows what Florida will do at #1, or if they will even keep the pick.  Aaron Ekblad, Sam … [Read more...] about 2014 NHL Mock Draft 6-23-14

2014 NHL Draft Preview

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Now that the Stanley Cup Final is over, time to turn our attention towards the 2014 NHL Draft. It's now less than two weeks away! I'm pretty sure we were the first ever "Mom and Pop" sports news website to have a mock draft for the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB. Pretty sure we're the only independently owned, non-corporate behemoth sports news site with a mock for all four. I'm also … [Read more...] about 2014 NHL Draft Preview

Looking ahead to the Blackhawks off-season, NHL Draft choice

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A lot of decisions to be made this summer for the Chicago Blackhawks. The offseason will lead to more storylines regarding Chicago’s only sports team with some sustainable success. The Chicago Blackhawks are in the Golden Age of Chicago hockey. Fans should enjoy this, because the Hawks will be competitive next year. Remeber Teuvo Teravainen? Yeah, it's Teuvo time, my frents. … [Read more...] about Looking ahead to the Blackhawks off-season, NHL Draft choice