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
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Will Kane and Sharp’s Health Issues Mean a Slow Start for the Blackhawks?
Last April was not a banner time for Chicago Blackhawks hockey. They backed into the playoffs on the last day of the regular season despite losing to the Detroit Red Wings, and not only did they lose in the first round, but to rub salt in the wound they lost to the rival Vancouver Canucks. It was a disappointing end to what had largely been a disappointing Stanley Cup defense, … [Read more...] about Will Kane and Sharp’s Health Issues Mean a Slow Start for the Blackhawks?
Patrick Sharp’s Extension Another Example of Stan Bowman’s Savvy Vision
Over the past few seasons, Chicago Blackhawks General Manager Stan Bowman has put his own spin on the rebuilding project that former headmaster Dale Tallon had begun back at the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. Bowman has taken players that Tallon acquired, such as Patrick Kane, Patrick Sharp, and Jonathan Toews, and formed a team around them that ended up winning a Stanley Cup and coming … [Read more...] about Patrick Sharp’s Extension Another Example of Stan Bowman’s Savvy Vision
Chicago Blackhawks Patrick Kane Injures Wrist, Will Have Surgery
RECOVERY EXPECTED TO TAKE 6-8 WEEKS Looks like Chicago Blackhawks superstar Patrick Kane will have trouble lifting his drink for the next six to eight weeks.ย The Blackhawks released a statement today announcing that Kane has a fractured left wrist that will require surgery to repair.ย The surgery is scheduled for Tuesday, July 19.ย A full recovery from the injury … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Patrick Kane Injures Wrist, Will Have Surgery
Could Patrick Kane’s Partying be Hurting his Game, Blackhawks?
Patrick Kane likes to go out and drink. That's been well-documented, and not news to anyone. There are hundreds of pics of him out on the town debauching himself posted all over the internet. And that's his choice. He's an adult and can do whatever he wants. But not everyone can follow the alleged lead of Mark Grace, who did his partying and supposed "slumpbusting" in … [Read more...] about Could Patrick Kane’s Partying be Hurting his Game, Blackhawks?
Chicago Blackhawks Inspire Hilarious Video
Ever since the Chicago Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup, or actually slightly before, they've been a little too big for their britches at times. They were considered the hot thing in Chicago all year, and it might some effect on why they seem a tad complacent. Currently, the Hawks are 11th in the Western Conference, and in very realistic danger of missing the NHL playoffs. … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Inspire Hilarious Video
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
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
Blackhawks End Two Streaks In One Night
Itโs no new news that the Blackhawks are off to a slow start, but slow is an understatement at this point. Sunday night was the first home win since October 27thโthatโs eighteen days between home victories. Last year, they lost all of eight home games in the entire season, taking full advantage of home ice.ย This year, the Hawks were on a four-game home losing streak and … [Read more...] about Blackhawks End Two Streaks In One Night
2010โ2011 Chicago Blackhawks Season Preview
Itโs that time of year again!!! The air is getting colder, and the sweaters are coming out.ย The hockey sweaters that is.ย Well maybe not today exactly in Chicago- it's actually perfect and 75 out today. And it'll be almost 80 this weekend. But eventually, probably a few games into the regular season, it will get cold, and it will be officially hockey season. Opening Day of the … [Read more...] about 2010โ2011 Chicago Blackhawks Season Preview
