Posts About "2015 Stanley Cup Final"
The Return of Duncan Keith
November 29th, 2015 There was a huge welcome return to the Chicago Blackhawks line up two weeks ago in the form of defenseman Duncan Keith. Keith has been out injured for a month, undergoing successful knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus. It was originally thought that he would be out for up to six weeks, but made his return after just four weeks after...
A Decade of Dominance: Part Seven
June 26th, 2015 It was anything but easy. From tragedy off the ice, to injuries on it, the 2014-15 Chicago Blackhawks scratched and clawed their way through a grueling regular season, and an even harder post-season to cap off their Decade of Dominance. A Decade of Dominance: Part One: The Foundation Part Two: Turning Point Part Three: One...
How Chicago Became this Year's Champions and the Best of their Generation
June 19th, 2015 After decades of failed playoff runs, miserable ownership and a dwindling fan base, the Chicago Blackhawks didn't just built a champion. They built the embodiment of what the model NHL franchise is in the 21st century. When you take into account the limitations the salary cap has put on NHL teams since the 2005 lockout, the...
Which Blackhawks Will Be Left Off the Stanley Cup in 2015?
June 18th, 2015 Whether or not you believe they're truly a dynasty, the Chicago Blackhawks' third Stanley Cup victory in six seasons is undoubtedly impressive. While the veteran leadership of players like Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane, and Duncan Keith helped carry the club to the championship, the Hawks had contributions from all levels. Most of those...
In Corey Crawford Chicago Trusts
June 14th, 2015 Has there ever been a goalie more scrutinized and thrown under the bus more than Corey Crawford? From his head being called for after Game 2 of the 2013 Stanley Cup Final, to his benching in the opening round of this year’s playoffs, Crawford has battled and fought his way to one Stanley Cup Championship and may be on his way to a...
Second to None: Secondary Players Impacting Stanley Cup Final
June 10th, 2015 There was great excitement in the hockey world when the Chicago Blackhawks and Tampa Bay Lightning were pitted against each other in the Stanley Cup Final. Two dynamic offenses loaded with star power would surely make for an entertaining final. Stars such as Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane, and Steven Stamkos could make this the most...
The Numbers Through 3 Stanley Cup Final Games
June 10th, 2015 Now that we're three games into an interesting Stanley Cup Final, it is time to reflect on what has been going on so far. The national media will keep telling you that Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews need to start scoring goals or that Corey Crawford has to be better than his opposing netminder who might be injured (in some capacity)...
5 Takeaways from Game 2 for the Blackhawks
June 7th, 2015 The Tampa Bay Lightning have tied up the Stanley Cup Final at 1-1 with their win on Saturday night against the Chicago Blackhawks. On Monday, the series will turn to Chicago. No doubt, both teams will head back to the drawing board to make some necessary adjustments. Here's a look at 5 of the most interesting story lines of the...
Blackhawks Rally, Crack Lightning in Game 1
June 4th, 2015 Going into Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, many people expected a fast-paced, high-scoring game. What we got was a fast-paced, tit-for-tat game that saw the Tampa Bay Lightning control the better part of the game, followed by the Chicago Blackhawks doing what they do best - rallying when their backs are against the wall, squeaking out a...
