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The Chicago Blackhawks joined the NHL in 1926 as one of the league’s Original Six franchises. At the time, they were known as the Black Hawks and remained so until the 1986-87 season. In 96 seasons, they have made the postseason 63 times and have won six Stanley Cups. Those championships include two in the 1930s and three in the 2010s with their latest occurring in 2015. Additionally, they have reached the Stanley Cup Final six times. 

Today in Hockey History: March 18

If you are a fan of the Original Six-era National Hockey League history, then March 18 is the date for you. Plenty of memories were made in Montreal, Boston, Detroit and Chicago over the years. Plus, some Hall of Famers put up some great performances over the years and a couple of Anaheim Ducks’ rookies made some history as well. Let’s take our daily trip back through the decades to see the best this date has brought us. Montreal Canadiens: The Leaders in Making History Howie Morenz scored five goals for his 10th career hat trick, on March 18, 1930,…

Blackhawks Recall Lukas Reichel From AHL’s Rockford IceHogs

Almost immediately after their 5-0 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Mar. 15, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that Lukas Reichel had been recalled from the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs. The team also announced that Zach Sanford would be sent down to the AHL to make room for Reichel. The move comes less than a month after Chicago sent Reichel to the minors to work on his game. The 21-year-old forward had three goals and seven assists for 10 points in 50 games with the Blackhawks this season, but after scoring his third goal of the season on Dec. 19, he…

Today in Hockey History: March 12

The man known as the “Golden Jet” made numerous memories on this date in National Hockey League history. Also, a handful of impressive streaks were extended, and one best goal-scorers to ever play the game made some recent history. Let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive the best moments that March 12 has given us. A Gigantic Date for Bobby Hull There is a statue of Hull outside of the United Center because of dates like this during his career. On March 12, 1961, he scored the 100th goal of this career during the Chicago Blackhawks’ 6-2…

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What year were the Chicago Blackhawks founded?

The Chicago Blackhawks joined the NHL in 1926 as one of the league’s Original Six franchises.

When did the Chicago Blackhawks play their first game?

The Blackhawks played their first game on Nov. 17, 1926. They faced the Toronto Maple Leafs and won 4-1.

Who is the current head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks?
Luke Richardson is the current head coach for the Chicago Blackhawks.