Scott Kline
Providing passionate and pragmatic views on the Chicago Blackhawks as well as coverage of the Rockford IceHogs. Raised in Northern Illinois, I was fortunate enough to have my Dad immerse me in the best game on Earth. Pond hockey, weekends at various ice rinks, attending minor league games, and trips to the old barn (Chicago Stadium) are part of the fabric of my youth. Regular attendee at the United Center during the "lost decade". Blackhawks STH since 2007.
Author's Posts
Blackhawks 2017 Prospect Camp Preview
July 17th, 2017 Summer is in full swing. Backyard barbecues are sizzling. Recreational lakes across North America are full of warm-weather visitors and weekend warriors. Daylight is plentiful. Cold beverages rarely taste better than in the heat of July. As summer reaches its peak, many wish time would stand still. But for some, a little slice of...
Blackhawks Look Ahead After Emotional Weekend
June 26th, 2017 The Chicago Blackhawks organization and fan base endured an emotional weekend. The NHL Entry Draft, hosted by Chicago for the first time in history, was supposed to take center stage. For many, it quickly became an afterthought as general manager Stan Bowman made two trades that will re-shape the team's 2017-18 roster. Blockbuster...
Blackhawks Execute Draft Strategy
June 26th, 2017 It was 100 years in the making. Chicago finally had the chance to host an NHL draft. The vibe around the city was electric. The weather was perfect. The two-day event drew an NHL-record 47,514 fans, including both inside the United Center and outdoors at the fan fest. Given the event's resounding success, the League probably won't wait...
Chicago Blackhawks 2017 NHL Draft Primer
June 22nd, 2017 The 2017 NHL Entry Draft is almost upon us. Most of the front office and player personnel staff from each team has already gathered in Chicago in preparation for the event that will take place from June 23-24. I'll be there to take in all the sights and sounds, with a particular interest in the newest collection of talent that the host...
Best Chicago Blackhawks Draft Picks 2005-Present
June 21st, 2017 I recently published the first of a two-part series looking back on the Chicago Blackhawks' best draft picks of the 21st century. That column highlighted eight players that were drafted from 2001 to 2004. Before we lock in on this year's NHL draft, let's finish reminiscing about the organization's recent successes. Niklas Hjalmarsson -...
Best Chicago Blackhawks Draft Picks 2001-04
June 17th, 2017 The 2017 NHL Entry Draft is a week away. For the Chicago Blackhawks' contingent, it should be an exciting couple of days. Despite being an Original Six franchise, Chicago will host the draft for the first time. To add to the excitement, the team also has plenty of draft capital (10 picks) to move up for a player they want or make a...
