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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. 

Today in Hockey History: Jan 15
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The list of players who had big days on Jan. 15 reads like who’s who of the Hockey Hall of Fame. This was a huge date for defensemen as well as some of the greatest to ever play in Chicago. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time through the years of National Hockey League history. Important Date for Trophy Namesakes Frederick Arthur Stanley, 16th Earl of Derby, was born on Jan. 15, 1841, in London, England. He was appointed the sixth Governor-General of Canada in 1888 and held that position until 1893. His two sons became hockey players and…

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 14
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This was a significant date for the pioneers and early stars of the National Hockey League. Jan. 14 stood out for a legend in Boston and a pair of all-time great goaltenders. This has also been a pretty good date behind the bench in the Windy City. So, let’s begin our daily trip through time and look back at all the best memories from this date. Early NHL Milestones Brothers Sprague and Odie Cleghorn made history on Jan. 14, 1922, as they had a huge game in the Montreal Canadiens’ 10-6 win over the Hamilton Bulldogs. Both Cleghorns scored four…

Pelletier Scores Twice as Flames Down Blackhawks 5-2
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Jakob Pelletier scored twice, and the Calgary Flames jumped out to an early first-period lead to defeat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2. The Flames started strong in the first period as Pelletier scored his first goal of the night just over a minute into the game. Rory Kerins picked up one of the assists in his first NHL game. The Flames had the first six shots on goal before the Blackhawks got their first shot of the game. Rory and Jakob connection 🔥 pic.twitter.com/MoPpZm19ef — Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) January 14, 2025 However, the Blackhawks responded and evened the score when Louis…

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Projected Lineups for the Avalanche vs Blackhawks – 1/8/25
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The Colorado Avalanche take on the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. AVALANCHE (25-15-1) at BLACKHAWKS (13-25-2) 7:30 p.m. ET; MAX, TNT, ALT2, TVAS Avalanche projected lineup Artturi Lehkonen — Nathan MacKinnon — Mikko RantanenJoel Kiviranta — Parker…

 

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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.