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Jonathan Toews Return to Chicago, as a Winnipeg Jet, Will Be Epic

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Chicago Blackhawks fans will extend a warm welcome on Monday night to Winnipeg Jets forward Jonathan Toews, a man who was once affectionately known by this fan base as "Captain Serious" or "Tazer."  The third overall pick in the 2006 NHL Draft class, Toews teamed with the 2007 draft's overall #1 pick, Patrick Kane, to form the base of the Blackhawks' dynasty days of the … [Read more...] about Jonathan Toews Return to Chicago, as a Winnipeg Jet, Will Be Epic

Can Connor Bedard Become Better than Patrick Kane Someday?

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The Chicago Blackhawks have a very long way to go in order to become relevant again, but with franchise forward Connor Bedard, there is hope. The Blackhawks are off to a rough start this season, having only taken five points from their first five games, a tally that sees them sitting sixth in the eight team Central Division. Although Connor Bedard only has one goal thus far, … [Read more...] about Can Connor Bedard Become Better than Patrick Kane Someday?

2015 Winter Classic pits storied franchise vs league’s best scorer

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The 2015 Winter Classic will be hosted by the nation’s capital as the Washington Capitals face off against the Chicago Blackhawks. The New Year’s Day marquee game will be the first hosted in Washington D.C. It will be the second appearance for each team. Chicago also hosted a Stadium Series game last season. The Winter Classic is now in it’s 7th edition, and has grown into … [Read more...] about 2015 Winter Classic pits storied franchise vs league’s best scorer

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?

Team USA faces toughest opponent in Canada

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Winning four consecutive games in the Winter Olympic hockey tournament will mean nothing if the Team USA hockey team loses Friday. A semifinal matchup against defending gold medal winning Canada awaits the red, white, and blue with a chance to play for gold on the line. Team USA has skated four balanced lines to this point. The mix of size, speed, and physicality has helped … [Read more...] about Team USA faces toughest opponent in Canada

Team Canada hockey preview: Repeat or bust

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Winning gold on home ice was expected. Now is the time to show how dominant the Team Canada hockey program can be. Even with their 2010 gold, Hockey Canada has failed to medal in two of the previous four Winter Olympics. For pretty much any other team, that is acceptable. For Canada? An embarrassment. The Canadian talent pool is by far the deepest in the world. As Canada’s … [Read more...] about Team Canada hockey preview: Repeat or bust

Who is in, out for Team Canada Hockey?

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Team USA has been in the headlines after their roster announcement following the Winter Classic. Team Canada will dominate those same headlines January 7. Hockey Canada is rich with talent that could easily field two teams. The roster listed below will be broken down into three categories: Goaltenders, Defensemen, and Forwards. Team Canada will take more centers than any … [Read more...] about Who is in, out for Team Canada Hockey?

2013 NHL Season Predictions and Projections

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    Finally, after months and months of everyone involved being morons, causing 113 days, 625 games, and the biggest outdoor hockey game in history to be cancelled, hockey fans can finally say "Game On!"  The NHL has a new 10-year labor agreement, and is set to start the shortened, 48 game 2013 season on Saturday, January 19.  Find out what you need to know … [Read more...] about 2013 NHL Season Predictions and Projections

2013 NHL PREVIEW: CENTRAL DIVISION

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  Finally, after months and months of everyone involved being morons, causing 113 days, 625 games, and the biggest outdoor hockey game in history to be cancelled, hockey fans can finally say "Game On!"  The NHL has a new 10-year labor agreement, and is set to start the shortened, 48 game 2013 season on Saturday, January 19.  Find out what you need to know about every … [Read more...] about 2013 NHL PREVIEW: CENTRAL DIVISION