Blackhawks History
Top 3 Wingers in Blackhawks History
September 7th, 2018 In hockey, wingers have a simple job: score goals. As easy as it sounds, it takes a lot to be a top winger in the NHL. The Chicago Blackhawks are lucky to have had plenty of strong wingers throughout the history of their franchise, but a few stand out much more than the...
Stan Mikita: A True Chicago Legend
August 14th, 2018 On August 7, the hockey world lost one of its greatest ambassadors and the city of Chicago lost one of its biggest sports legends. Stan Mikita passed away at age 78. His legacy will be remembered by Chicago Blackhawks fans for generations to come. Stan Mikita Belongs on...
Blackhawks & Chelios: Together Again
August 9th, 2018 For nine years, Hall of Fame defenseman Chris Chelios was one of the most beloved players in Chicago Blackhawks history. He quickly fell out of favor with Blackhawks fans shortly after moving on to play with the rival Detroit Red Wings. Nearly 20 years after being traded to...
Marian Hossa: 3 Career Hawks Highlights
July 28th, 2018 In May 2018, Marian Hossa of the Chicago Blackhawks announced, "I will not be playing hockey anymore" to the Chicago Tribune. This didn't come as much of a surprise, for he didn't play the 2017-18 season due to a skin condition. What came as a surprise to Blackhawks fans...
Top 3 Centers in Blackhawks History
July 3rd, 2018 The Chicago Blackhawks have had some of the best centers in the history of the NHL. Centers usually carry the most responsibility on the ice where they're supposed to score and win faceoffs. Because of this responsibility, centers are often some of the best...
Chicago Blackhawks Logo History
May 15th, 2018 Let’s face it, we’re all a little tired of the Chicago Blackhawks. Given how often they’re on national television, how many of them were named to the National Hockey League’s Top 100 (despite questionable qualifications) and, of course, the league’s insistence on...
Blackhawks Top 3 Historic Rivalries
March 13th, 2018 The Chicago Blackhawks have been in the National Hockey League (NHL) since 1926 and a team doesn't last that long in a professional sports league without gaining some enemies. In their nine decades in the NHL, the Blackhawks have earned six Stanley Cups and countless foes....
Hockey Hall of Fame Debates: Steve Larmer
November 13th, 2017 This week we’re debating the merits of players who may have been overlooked for induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Using the Hall’s criteria of judging a player based on their “playing ability, sportsmanship, character and contributions to his or her team or...
Blackhawks Rivalry With Wings Breeds Success
August 22nd, 2017 We've all heard the rip-roaring, thunderous crowds at the United Center, in unison, chant "Detroit sucks!" But while these chants occur, many Blackhawks fans can only sarcastically shake their heads, as if to say "yeah, right." It really doesn't matter where the Red Wings...
Do You Know Your Blackhawks Trivia?
August 17th, 2017 As one of the Original Six teams, the Chicago Blackhawks have a long and storied history in the NHL. We’ve uncovered some key moments, distinguished players and influential coaches in the franchise’s history. So let’s get to it and find out how much you know. How...
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...
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...
Top 5 Captains in Blackhawks History
June 17th, 2017 To be named the captain of an NHL team is an honor. He is the first to hoist the Stanley Cup after a victory and is often the center of media attention. He is the one who interacts with the refs on the ice and is often the face of the organization. Every team has a captain,...
