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
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NHL Playoff Preview: Blackhawks in for a Canucks Killing?
I am going to be completely honest: I did not see the Blackhawks actually clinching a spot this year. But the Chi-town boys are back in the playoffs, and now that they're here (despite all the obits being written following the loss to the Red Wings) they are of course the returning Stanley Cup champions. The first round of playoffs matches them with the Vancouver Canucks, … [Read more...] about NHL Playoff Preview: Blackhawks in for a Canucks Killing?
Coach Quenneville Returns to the Ice
The man who handed Chicago its dignity in a sterling silver Cup, Joel Quenneville, was rushed to the hospital last Wednesday with a hole in his abdomen. With the joys of coaching the returning Stanley Cup champions, comes the pains of stress and lack of sleep. Although popping aspirins every morning may seem like the easy way out, it’s definitely not the painless way … [Read more...] about Coach Quenneville Returns to the Ice
NHL All Star Game Concept Succeeds; Leaves Room for Improvement
The NHL shook things up, stepped out on a limb and took a few risks. Not surprisingly, buzz was generated and people seemed to show genuine interest in the league's All Star Game. For years I've been suggesting ideas to spruce up each of the professional sports' All Star showcases in an effort to make them more entertaining and watchable. For the most part, it seems the NFL, … [Read more...] about NHL All Star Game Concept Succeeds; Leaves Room for Improvement
Chicago Blackhawks Rising Back To The Top
Earlier this season, it looked as if the Chicago Blackhawks would be scraping the bottom of the barrel in the playoffs. Losing strong players to contractual problems, salary-cap restrictions and a staggering number of injuries, the season started looking bleak, before the season even began. Somehow, at some point, time knocked some sense into the defending champs and now … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Rising Back To The Top
Can the Blackhawks Recover From Their Stanley Cup Hangover?
It still may be too early to call it but it looks like the Blackhawks are in for a rough season. Following their four-game winning streak, they played several inconsistent games. Following Wednesday night’s disappointing loss to the New Jersey Devils, the league’s worst team, spirits sank low in the locker room. After the three-game losing streak on home ice, the player’s were … [Read more...] about Can the Blackhawks Recover From Their Stanley Cup Hangover?
Chicago Blackhawks’ Nick Leddy Not Ready for Big Leagues?
This past Sunday, Chicago Blackhawks’ rookie defenseman Nick Leddy, acquired midseason last year from the Minnesota Wild, was sent to Rockford of the AHL: a decision that still has fans scratching their heads. At nineteen, Leddy was the youngest defenseman to appear in a Blackhawks’ season-opening game since 1999. Despite his young age and inexperience, Leddy has managed … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks’ Nick Leddy Not Ready for Big Leagues?
Coach Quenneville’s house gets Toilet Papered
And you thought Kris Ver Steeg's attempt at rap was silly and unnecessary (it was) but seriously- Why would someone do this to Coach Q's house? How could someone TP the Q Stache after all that he just accomplished and why? Are there a lot of Flyer fans living in his neighborhood? After the 'hawks won the Cup Wednesday some fans celebrated with a good ole fashioned tp party … [Read more...] about Coach Quenneville’s house gets Toilet Papered