It wasn't the prettiest game in the history of the NHL, but that scarcely mattered as Marian Hossa and Patrick Sharp scored goals and Patrick Kane picked up two assists in the Chicago Blackhawks' 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks at the United Center. Kane also picked up the winning shootout tally, and Corey Crawford made 29 saves in the win. … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Three Stars: Kane, Hossa Shine as Hawks Pluck Ducks
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Saturday’s Three Stars: Bruins Top Hawks in Cup Champs Bowl
The last two Stanley Cup champions met at the United Center on Saturday night, but it was Tim Thomas and the Boston Bruins who had the last laugh as they beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in a shootout. Bryan Bickell and Patrick Kane scored goals for the Hawks, and Tim Thomas made 27 saves and stopped all three Chicago shootout attempts to grab the victory for the defending … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Three Stars: Bruins Top Hawks in Cup Champs Bowl
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
Blackhawks Notes: Crawford Injured, Stalberg & Smith Progressing?
While the Blackhawks will not take the ice in earnest again until Thursday night against the Winnipeg Jets, there are several news updates that have come out in the past few days. … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Notes: Crawford Injured, Stalberg & Smith Progressing?
Bolland Scores Twice as Blackhawks Take Home Opener: Saturday’s 3 Stars
After a lackluster effort on Friday night in the Lone Star State, the Chicago Blackhawks came out with guns blazing on United Center ice Saturday and rolled over the Dallas Stars 5-2 for their first victory of the season. Dave Bolland scored twice, and Jonathan Toews, Patrick Sharp, and Andrew Brunette also added goals for the victorious Hawks, and Corey … [Read more...] about Bolland Scores Twice as Blackhawks Take Home Opener: Saturday’s 3 Stars
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?
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