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Michael Wagner

Michael Wagner covers the Chicago Blackhawks at The Hockey Writers. His prior writing credits include Bleacher Report, CBS Sportsline, NHL.com and Fansided's Blackhawk Up. He has been writing since he was senior year of college where is first published article was about the Blackhawks signing of defenseman Brian Campbell. Outside of hockey writing, Michael is an avid gamer and loves spending time with his wife and pets. To get in touch with or connect with Michael, follow him on Twitter: @MichaelDWagner

Blackhawks’ Hall Can Help Bedard as a Former Number One Pick

Michael Wagner | July 25, 2023

On July 17, Connor Bedard signed his entry-level contract and officially began his career as a Chicago Blackhawk. As we look towards Bedard’s rookie season, we anticipate that all eyes…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks Are a Prime Trade Partner for Cap-Strapped Teams

Michael Wagner | July 13, 2023

The insiders are at the cottage, much of the cap space is gone, and so we enter the slow portion of the NHL offseason. While there are still rumors swirling…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks’ Forward Competition Will Be a Focus in 2023-24

Michael Wagner | July 11, 2023

Now that we’re deep into the offseason, we can take a step back and evaluate what the Chicago Blackhawks will look like when camp opens in September. New faces like…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Season Previews

Philipp Kurashev Enters Pivotal Season With the Blackhawks

Michael Wagner | July 4, 2023

What if I were to tell you that of the draft picks that Stan Bowman made as the Chicago Blackhawks’ general manager (GM), Philipp Kurashev is the only remaining player…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Editor's Choice

J.T. Compher and Chicago Blackhawks Still a Match?

Michael Wagner | June 30, 2023

The Chicago Blackhawks have been a busy bunch over the last week, acquiring Taylor Hall, Corey Perry, and Nick Foligno while also drafting the first-overall pick, Connor Bedard. With all…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Michael Frolik’s Resurgence a Major Factor to Blackhawks Comeback

Michael Wagner | April 23, 2012

If I was to ask Blackhawks fans who the ‘Hawks leading scorers would be after the first five game of the playoffs would be the unanimous answers would be Jonathan…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Steve Montador Zeroing in on Return to Blackhawks Lineup

Michael Wagner | March 26, 2012

After being out of commission for almost two months Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Steve Montador is closing in on a return to the lineup. Montador who has been dealing with concussion…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Andrew Shaw Redux: Blackhawks Rookie Emulating A Former Blackhawk Standout

Michael Wagner | March 21, 2012

Just a couple of days ago I posted an article on the Chicago Blackhawks rookie Andrew Shaw and how after being given a second chance at the NHL level he…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks

Andrew Shaw Turning Heads as Blackhawks Continue Charge Towards Playoffs

Michael Wagner | March 19, 2012

When first called up to the NHL the Chicago Blackhawks prospect Andrew Shaw turned heads as he scored five goals in his first eight games including a goal in his…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Uncategorized

Breaking Bad: Dissecting the Chicago Blackhawks Trade Rumors

Michael Wagner | February 26, 2012

As we enter the final 24  hours before the trade deadline we as hockey fans now know it is the season of rumors, sources and hatred of the anonymous hockey…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Previews and Predictions

Chicago Blackhawks Acquire Brendan Morrison from Calgary Flames

Michael Wagner | January 28, 2012

The Chicago Blackhawks have made a surprising trade during the usually quite All-Star break as they acquired centerman Brendan Morrison from the Calgary Flames in exchange for young defenseman Brian…

Categories Calgary Flames, Chicago Blackhawks, Trades Contracts and Transactions

Blackhawks Looking Internally for Patrick Sharp Replacement

Michael Wagner | January 9, 2012

With the Chicago Blackhawks on a four game losing skid many a fan have been asking for some sort of shake up, well I suppose they got it as we…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Injury Report, Rockford IceHogs
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