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Connor Smith covers the Chicago Blackhawks for The Hockey Writers. He's based in Chicago and earned his Master of Science from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism in summer 2023, where he covered events such as Super Bowl LVII, the Chicago Marathon and Chicago Bears rookie minicamp. He previously attended Ball State University, where he received his bachelor's degree in May 2022. He held multiple positions with The Ball State Daily News, the campus student newspaper, serving as a general sports reporter (2018-21), associate sports editor (2020-21) and managing editor (2021-22) while co-hosting a sports talk show for the campus radio station, 91.3 WCRD FM. He also has experience interning for Best Version Media (BVM), where he covered high school, college and semi-professional sports in the Chicago area during summer 2021. You can learn more about Smith and his work through his online portfolio, connornsmith0719.wordpress.com.

Revisiting the Blackhawks’ Alex DeBrincat Trade

Connor Smith | December 24, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks signaled they were going scorched-earth rebuild hours before last year’s NHL Draft on July 7, 2022. They dealt fan favorite Alex DeBrincat to the Ottawa Senators, landing…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks Transactions, Chicago Blackhawks, Hockey History, Ottawa Senators, Senators Transactions

5 Former Blackhawks Most Likely to Have Their Number Retired

Connor Smith | December 16, 2025

For the first time since 2008, the Chicago Blackhawks had a new number hanging in the United Center rafters. On April 7, 2022, the team announced it would retire Marián…

Categories Archives, Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Perry, Kane, Beauvillier & More

Connor Smith | December 1, 2023

It was a rollercoaster-type ending to November for the Chicago Blackhawks, who sit at 7-14-0 nearly two months into the 2023-24 season. From Corey Perry’s tenure with the team ending…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Column, News and Rumors

4 Things Blackhawks Fans Should Be Thankful For in 2023

Connor Smith | November 22, 2023

The realities of rebuilding have sinked in for the Chicago Blackhawks. The team has lost four straight games as they sit 31st in the NHL standings, and playoffs almost certainly…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

3 Blackhawks Prospects Having Great Starts to 2023-24

Connor Smith | November 16, 2023

Through the work of general manager (GM) Kyle Davidson and his scouting staff, it’s important to remember just how deep the Chicago Blackhawks‘ prospect pipeline has become over the last…

Categories Blackhawks Prospects

3 Blackhawks Exceeding Expectations Early in 2023-24

Connor Smith | November 11, 2023

The Chicago Blackhawks have had many positives one month into the 2023-24 regular season despite their 5-7-0 record. The kids have been all right, new faces have stepped up, and…

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Blackhawks’ 3 Up, 3 Down: Bedard, Reichel, Vlasic & More

Connor Smith | November 2, 2023

The Chicago Blackhawks have had an interesting start to the 2023-24 regular season. On one hand, Connor Bedard has been as advertised, and their resiliency has led to some impressive…

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Blackhawks’ Slow Start to 2023-24 Isn’t Cause for Panic

Connor Smith | October 27, 2023

The vibes have changed around the Chicago Blackhawks over the last week. They’ve dropped their last three games since an impressive 4-1 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Oct.…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks’ Goaltending Depth in Great Shape Moving Forward

Connor Smith | October 19, 2023

Under general manager (GM) Kyle Davidson and his scouting staff, the Chicago Blackhawks have improved their prospect pipeline over the last few years. While much of the attention has deservedly…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks Should Keep Kevin Korchinski in the NHL

Connor Smith | October 13, 2023

Lost in the Connor Bedard frenzy has been Kevin Korchinski’s debut with the Chicago Blackhawks. After weeks of speculation, the 19-year-old defenseman skated in his first two regular season NHL…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

3 Under-the-Radar Blackhawks to Watch in 2023-24

Connor Smith | October 7, 2023

Coming off weeks of practice, training camp, and preseason, the 2023-24 regular season is nearly here for the Chicago Blackhawks. There’s naturally a lot of excitement around the team, thanks…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Season Previews

5 Blackhawks Storylines Entering 2023-24 Preseason

Connor Smith | September 28, 2023

After five months of waiting, the Chicago Blackhawks will play their first game on Thursday night (Sept. 28), hosting the St. Louis Blues in their preseason opener. After a week…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Season Previews
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