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
Jonathan Toews
Kane & Toews Awkwardly Pick up Fictional Women in HORRIBLE Ad
Have you seen the new Dell web ad featuring Chicago Blackhawks stars Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews? It is AWKWARD! It's plot centers around two young, famous multi-millionaires making a poor and stilted attempt to pick up three women with their tech toy. In other words, it's really stupid and bizarre and I understand why it got pulled from YouTube. I'm sure the police … [Read more...] about Kane & Toews Awkwardly Pick up Fictional Women in HORRIBLE Ad
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?
Jonathan Toews gets new EA Video Game Cover
Jonathan Toews of the Chicago Blackhawks will be the new face of the NHL® 11 videogame from EA SPORTS™. With last year’s title featuring Chicago Blackhawks winger Patrick Kane, NHL 11 marks the first time that EA SPORTS has put back to back players from the same team on the cover of the NHL franchise. Jonathan Toews’ image will be on the front of all … [Read more...] about Jonathan Toews gets new EA Video Game Cover
Chicago Blackhawks playoff winning streak ends, still up 2-1
For Blackhawks fans the sound echoing in the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia is a lot like the air rushing out of a dude after said dude has been punched in the gut. The 4-3 overtime loss to the Flyers in game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals wasn't debilitating by any means but it was definitely a wake up call that there is still work to be done. By Peter Christian … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks playoff winning streak ends, still up 2-1
Stanley Cup Finals: The Story Lines
The Stanley Cup Finals are only a day away, media day is over and we are getting antsy! We've already stated why the Blackhawks will win or lose, as well as the Flyers. We've already shared who the top 16 players to keep an eye on in the series are and yet we still can't stop talking about the Cup. What on Earth can we do? Another draft of sorts? Absolutely. By Peter … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Finals: The Story Lines
Stanley Cup Finals: Impact Player Draft
As much as we try to spread the word about the glorious sport of hockey, we know that more often than not our words fall on deaf ears. We preach about the game, the athletes, the history and the fans but rarely do we or does the game get an increase in followers. Well, now is the perfect time to jump in. by Peter Christian and Bryan Vickroy … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Finals: Impact Player Draft
Two Sides of the Coin: Chicago Blackhawks Edition
The Chicago Blackhawks are competing for the Stanley Cup for the first time since 1992 and looking for their first Stanley Cup Championship since 1961. Facing off against the Philadelphia Flyers will be no easy task, even with home ice advantage and the better regular season record. Of course, there is two sides to every coin and in this match-up it's no different as there are … [Read more...] about Two Sides of the Coin: Chicago Blackhawks Edition
Stanley Cup Final Media Day (Audio and Video)
Chicago Blackhawks welcome Dave Bolland to the spotlight.
Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals was a statement game for the Chicago Blackhawks. It showcased Antti Niemi as the true star of the 2010 Stanley Cup Playoffs. It featured Jonathan Toews setting a new franchise record for a point in twelve straight playoff games. It proved that the Blackhawks were the better team in the series and it allowed the Hawks to put the series in … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks welcome Dave Bolland to the spotlight.