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Blackhawks News & Rumors: Kaiser, Teravainen, Forward Lines, Defensive Changes, Power Play

Gail Kauchak | February 25, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks had their final practice on Wednesday (Feb. 25) before embarking on a four-game road trip with NHL action starting back up again after the Olympic break. The…

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Blackhawks News & Rumors: Kaiser, Korchinski, Rinzel, Bedard, More

Gail Kauchak | February 18, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks are finally back to practices again after nearly two weeks off for the Olympic break. Tuesday (Feb. 17) was a very well-attended optional practice, and the first…

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IceHogs Notebook: Big Division Win, Korchinski, Rinzel, Lardis & More

Gail Kauchak | February 15, 2026

With the Chicago Blackhawks on hiatus due to the Olympic Break, it seemed like the perfect time to head out to Rockford to take in a Rockford IceHogs game. The…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Rockford IceHogs

Blackhawks News & Rumors: Kaiser, Bedard, Greene, Rinzel, IceHogs & More

Gail Kauchak | February 6, 2026

It’s officially the Olympic Break, and that means the Chicago Blackhawks will have the next few weeks off for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Warm and sunny destinations are in…

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Blackhawks’ Rinzel Showing Confidence and Growth After Recall

Brooke LoFurno | February 1, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks recalled defenseman Sam Rinzel from the Rockford IceHogs on Jan. 30 ahead of their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The move gave fellow rookie defenseman Artyom…

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3 Takeaways From the Blackhawks’ 4-2 Loss to the Blue Jackets

Gail Kauchak | January 31, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks hosted the Columbus Blue Jackets at the United Center on Friday, Jan. 30 for what they hoped would snap their four-game losing streak. But they had a…

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Blackhawks Adjust From 7 Defensemen to Traditional 6 Defensemen Lineup

Gail Kauchak | December 21, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks are a work in progress … geez, I think I started my last article that way. But it’s true on so many levels. They have a plethora…

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The “Big-Boy League” Reality Check: Blackhawks Crumble out West

THW Staff | December 10, 2025

The National Hockey League has a way of exposing weaknesses with ruthless efficiency. If you take a shift off, you get scored on. If you take a weekend off, you…

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Blackhawks Assign Rinzel & Slaggert to Rockford in Beneficial Move

Brooke LoFurno | December 8, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Dec. 8 that they sent defenseman Sam Rinzel and forward Landon Slaggert to the Rockford IceHogs. This news comes after a road trip in which…

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Blackhawks News & Rumors: Dickinson, Foligno, Rinzel & Leadership

Brooke LoFurno | November 18, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks have a 9-5-4 record this season and have been a pleasant surprise, performing well. They have shown early on to be a resilient team, but, as in…

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Analyzing the Blackhawks’ Decision to Dress 11 Forwards & 7 Defensemen

Gail Kauchak | October 16, 2025

If you told most hockey fans their team would be deploying 11 forwards and seven defensemen on any given night, they would likely grimace and moan. After all, dressing only…

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5 Takeaways From Blackhawks’ Centennial Home-Opener Celebration

Gail Kauchak | October 12, 2025

If there’s one thing the Chicago Blackhawks know how to do well, it’s throw a party. And what better cause for celebration than the kick-off of their Centennial Celebration at…

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