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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. 

Chicago Blackhawks 2023-24 Player Grades: Defense
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Since the Chicago Blackhawks‘ 2023-24 season ended one week ago, our Blackhawks’ team is looking back on the season and giving player grades, and this edition, you guessed it, is all about the defense. Chicago’s defense was not good at all this season. They allowed the fourth-most goals against per game (3.52 goals), which was a slight decrease from last season when they allowed the fifth-most goals against per game. They also had the sixth-worst penalty-killing percentage at a 75.76% success rate. Not one defenseman was a “plus” on the plus/minus scale or had more than eight goals. But grim…

Today in Hockey History: April 24
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If you had to choose two words to describe April 24 throughout the history of the National Hockey League, “overtime goal” would be the perfect pair to use. This date has provided some of the most memorable playoff goals ever scored, as well as some legends breaking records. The THW time machine is ready to take back through the years to relive all the best moments. More OT Goals Than You Can Shake a Stick At Jean Beliveau only scored one overtime playoff goal in his Hall of Fame career. It came early in the second overtime on April 24,…

Today in Hockey History: April 21
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April 21 has been a hectic day in National Hockey League history. We have seen defensemen shine on the offensive stage, some big hat tricks, and plenty of other memorable Stanley Cup playoff moments on this date. Plus, one of many legends in Toronto began on this date. The Legend of Bill Barilko Bill Barilko, a defenseman, played five seasons for the Toronto Maple Leafs and was a member of four Stanley Cup-winning teams during his short time in the NHL. At age 24, he had his biggest moment in the league on April 21, 1951. In Game 5 of…

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Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Blackhawks – 4/12/24
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The Nashville Predators face the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at the United Center. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (45-29-5) at BLACKHAWKS (23-50-5) 8:30 p.m. ET; NBCSCH+ 2, BSSO Predators projected lineup Filip Forsberg — Ryan O’Reilly — Gustav Nyquist Mark Jankowski — Colton Sissons…

 

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Blackhawks FAQ

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.