With Friday's 4-0 loss at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche, the Chicago Blackhawks reached the 41-game mark of their season, meaning that half their campaign has come to an end. While the old adage of "time flies when you're having fun" certainly can apply to a big chunk of those games, the same cannot be said about the way the Hawks ended this stretch of … [Read more...] about Blackhawks First Semester Report Card: Serious Cup Contender?
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How the NHL Can Increase Its Fan Base
Coming off the Winter Classic on January 2nd, NHL executives are looking to capitalize on the increased viewership of the novelty game and build on it. The contest had nearly fifty thousand fans in attendance along with a national audience on NBC. The Philadelphia Flyers and New York Rangers provided an entertaining afternoon of action culminating with a penalty shot near the … [Read more...] about How the NHL Can Increase Its Fan Base
Is Daniel Carcillo Worth the Headache He’s Giving the Blackhawks?
After Sunday night's loss to the Edmonton Oilers, some of Chicago fans' attention was focused solely on the largely lackluster effort by the Blackhawks, especially on the power play. They were unable to capitalize on several key opportunities, including a lengthy four minute power play when Jonathan Toews was caught in the face with a high stick, and that contributed greatly to … [Read more...] about Is Daniel Carcillo Worth the Headache He’s Giving the Blackhawks?
Feds Seize $350,000 in Counterfeit Winter Classic Merchandise
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigators claim they have intercepted the mail and seized merchandise from vendors outside Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia where the Flyers met the New York Rangers in the 2012 Winter Classic on January 2nd. The Feds claim to have taken fake jerseys and shirts worth $350,000. … [Read more...] about Feds Seize $350,000 in Counterfeit Winter Classic Merchandise
Michigan Stadium, Red Wings Should Host Next NHL Winter Classic
How has "Hockeytown U.S.A." never hosted a NHL Winter Classic? The Detroit Red Wings are one of the game's most legendary brands and franchises. With the exception of the Montreal Canadiens, no team has a richer history and more iconic logo on their sweater. Of course, Montreal hasn't hosted the game either, but first things first. The Wings have the perfect venue with a … [Read more...] about Michigan Stadium, Red Wings Should Host Next NHL Winter Classic
Once an Afterthought, Ray Emery Shining As Blackhawks Keep Winning
Coming into the 2011-12 season, the Chicago Blackhawks seemed like they finally had a guy they could count on in net. They inked Corey Crawford to a three-year extension over the off-season, and the only question was whether Ray Emery or Alexander Salak would back up the talented youngster. As has happened in previous years with Cristobal Huet, Nikolai Khabibulin, Antti Niemi, … [Read more...] about Once an Afterthought, Ray Emery Shining As Blackhawks Keep Winning
Dave Bolland, Alain Vigneault Engage in Silly War of Words
Even though next season will see the Chicago Blackhawks and Vancouver Canucks only play each other twice, their rivalry still continues to burn hot. Their next tilt will not take place until January 31st, but that did not stop center Dave Bolland from throwing a couple of jabs at the Canucks' Swedish tandem of Daniel and Henrik Sedin. … [Read more...] about Dave Bolland, Alain Vigneault Engage in Silly War of Words
Next Superstar to have Positive PEDs Test? Tiger? Pujols? Poll Results
The biggest story of this past sports weekend was the Milwaukee Brewers’ Ryan Braun testing positive for performance enhancing drugs. The NL MVP vehemently denies he took the PEDs but he already seems convicted in the court of public opinion. Given what MLB was from 1994-2009 you can understand why new speculation about steroid use is at an all-time high. … [Read more...] about Next Superstar to have Positive PEDs Test? Tiger? Pujols? Poll Results
Blackhawks, Red Wings Legend Chris Chelios Enters USA Hockey H.O.F.
Former Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit Red Wings and Wisconsin Badgers great Chris Chelios will be inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame tonight in Chicago, as he becomes the sixth Badgers to enter the hall. Chelios will be inducted along with Mike “Doc” Emrick, Gary Suter, Ed Snider and Keith Tkachuk at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel. The U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame, … [Read more...] about Blackhawks, Red Wings Legend Chris Chelios Enters USA Hockey H.O.F.
NHL’s New Radical Realignment: 4 Conferences Replace 6 Divisions
Everyone is talking about the era of the super-conferences in college football, but it has now officially happened in hockey first. The Atlanta Thrashers becoming the Winnipeg Jets 2.0 prompted the NHL to make some realignment changes. And instead of just tweaking the Southeast Division, cuz you can't have Winnipeg, especially with their lovely nighttime midseason … [Read more...] about NHL’s New Radical Realignment: 4 Conferences Replace 6 Divisions