On Saturday night, the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 at the United Center, bringing their record for the first 10 games of the season to 6-2-2. Ray Emery made 27 saves in only his second start of the season, and while the Hawks' power play struggled to get going in an 0-for-5 performance, their penalty killing unit was perfect yet again, going … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Report Card: First Midterm Edition
Alexander Salak
Blackhawks Notes: Salak Recalled, Saad Sent to Saginaw
Despite his assurances on Monday that he is completely healthy, the Chicago Blackhawks took out an extra insurance policy on goaltender Corey Crawford on Wednesday, bringing up keeper Alexander Salak from Rockford. Ray Emery has also been feeling under the weather, so the goalie lineup for the Hawks going into Thursday’s game against the Winnipeg Jets is anyone’s guess at this … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Notes: Salak Recalled, Saad Sent to Saginaw
Chicago Blackhawks Season Preview: Meet the IceHogs
Lost in the shuffle amid all the roster moves that were made today by the Chicago Blackhawks as they prepare for their regular season opener on Friday was the fact that the roster for the Rockford IceHogs, their AHL affiliate, was solidified as well. Several players who were sent down today, including Brandon Pirri, Dylan Olsen, and Marcus Kruger, undoubtedly will be looked at … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Season Preview: Meet the IceHogs
Blackhawks Notes: Kane, Hossa to Play Wednesday; Could Saad Make the Team?
The Chicago Blackhawks will take on the Detroit Red Wings tonight at the United Center, but before they do, here are some news and notes to get you set for what will be the first game with the Opening Night roster taking to the ice: ....Except for Patrick Sharp Patrick Sharp will not be in the lineup for the Blackhawks tonight, but he has been skating on … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Notes: Kane, Hossa to Play Wednesday; Could Saad Make the Team?
Thursday’s Three Stars: Saad Shines But Staal and Penguins Get Last Laugh
The Chicago Blackhawks skated into Pittsburgh on Thursday night looking to end a streak of seven consecutive road preseason losses, but unfortunately for them, Jordan Staal and the Penguins had other ideas. Staal scored twice, and Matt Cooke and Tyler Kennedy also added goals as the Pens pulled away late and beat the Hawks 4-1. Michael Frolik picked up the lone tally for the … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Three Stars: Saad Shines But Staal and Penguins Get Last Laugh
Tuesday’s Three Stars: Several Hawks Shine, But Oilers Get Last Laugh in Saskatoon
Tuesday night may not have mattered in the standings to the Edmonton Oilers and Chicago Blackhawks, but you wouldn't have been able to tell by the high level of play that was displayed as the two teams met in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in their respective preseason openers. Rostislav Olesz and Jamal Mayers netted goals for the Blackhawks, but it wasn't enough to overcome two … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Three Stars: Several Hawks Shine, But Oilers Get Last Laugh in Saskatoon
Blackhawks Notes: Storylines Heading Into First Preseason Game
The Chicago Blackhawks are headed to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for their first preseason game tomorrow night, where they will play the Edmonton Oilers. The game, while not available on TV in Chicago, is going to be streaming on the Hawks' official team website, and it will provide fans' first glimpse into some of the changes that the team has made this off-season. Big name … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Notes: Storylines Heading Into First Preseason Game
Training Camp Primer: Recapping & Grading the Blackhawks’ Offseason
In contrast to the 2010 off-season, the summer of 2011 was a relatively quiet one for the Chicago Blackhawks. Sure, there were still trades that took place and signings galore, but the attachment that fans felt to the players who had so recently won the Stanley Cup made it more difficult to see guys like Andrew Ladd and Dustin Byfuglien go to other places. With more fans … [Read more...] about Training Camp Primer: Recapping & Grading the Blackhawks’ Offseason