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Blackhawks chairman Rocky Wirtz dies at 70

Wirtz, who died Tuesday in Evanston after a brief illness, made a dynasty out of the Hawks. His investment on and off the ice after taking over in 2007 led to three Stanley Cups and a tremendous surge in popularity. But the Hawks’ sexual assault scandal complicated his legacy.

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Blackhawks’ Philipp Kurashev awarded new two-year contract by arbitrator

Kurashev’s new contract will carry a $2.25 million salary-cap hit, representing a big raise over his $750,000 cap hit last season.

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Ryan Donato ready to ‘fill whatever role necessary’ with Blackhawks

While bouncing from the Bruins to Wild to Sharks to Kraken, Donato has gained a versatility that appealed to the Hawks in free agency this summer. He has maintained steady offensive production, too.

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Blackhawks sign Connor Bedard to entry-level contract on 18th birthday

The Hawks would be wise to take advantage of Bedard’s mere $950,000 base salary-cap hit for the next three years. Performance bonuses, however, could net Bedard up to $4.5 million.

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Why Blackhawks relinquished Kane, Toews’ leadership but wanted Foligno, Perry’s leadership

Kyle Davidson has argued that Kane and Toews’ presences were so enormous that they inadvertently prevented any young Hawks players from growing into leaders themselves.

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United Center lands new drink sponsor for Bulls, Blackhawks games

The United Center, Chicago Bulls, and Chicago Blackhawks are changing soft drink sponsors, with PepsiCo becoming the new face.

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Blackhawks prospect Oliver Moore’s work ethic makes him more than just a great skater

Moore, whom the Hawks picked 19th in the draft, is already building a culture of competitiveness and maturity alongside top pick Connor Bedard.

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Corey Perry will mentor Blackhawks’ young players, just like he did with Canadiens, Lightning

Hawks coach Luke Richardson has seen firsthand the impact Perry, at age 38, can have on players half his age. He’ll have to smooth things over with the Hawks’ fan base first, however.

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Blackhawks forward prospects Colton Dach, Frank Nazar, Paul Ludwinski hoping for healthier seasons

Dach’s shoulder injury, Nazar’s hip surgery and Ludwinski’s ankle injury disrupted their 2022-23 seasons. As they return to full health for 2023-24, they’re hoping for better injury luck.

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The Philadelphia Bulldogs were a roller hockey team owned by Tony Danza and coached by Dave Schultz before the Eagles borrowed their name

PHILADELPHIA — It was the summer of 1994, but for a moment it may have felt like the winter of 1974. Forget that the players wore rollerblades, the puck was plastic, and the floor was turquoise. This was the Montreal Forum and Dave Schultz — then the head coach of…

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Blackhawks’ 2023-24 lineup looking clearer as Kyle Davidson focuses on depth, versatility

The Hawks are “very close” to being done, with defensive depth being the only box left to check — and they might wait until training camp to add it. RFA Philipp Kurashev filed for salary arbitration Wednesday, but that was expected.

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Blackhawks prospect Kevin Korchinski gaining weight, getting comfortable ahead of pivotal camp

Korchinski, the Hawks’ best defensive prospect, has accomplished everything one can at the junior level. If he can hold up physically against NHL competition, he has a real chance to make the Hawks’ roster.

Chicago Sun-Times

In Marcel Marcel, the Blackhawks have found a one-of-a-kind forward prospect

The Hawks used their fifth-round draft pick on Marcel, who is 6-4 and 243 pounds, a surprisingly decent skater and a hilarious personality. And, yes, there’s a story behind his name.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks goalie prospect Adam Gajan has already witnessed Connor Bedard’s skill

Gajan, whom the Hawks drafted 35th last week, was the goaltender victimized by Bedard in his famous world-juniors highlight. But Gajan’s overall performance for Slovakia still caught the Hawks’ eye in a good way.

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Taylor Hall motivated to prove with Blackhawks his stardom hasn’t faded

As Connor Bedard’s most likely linemate, Hall will receive lots of playing time and offensive chances in Chicago, in contrast to last season in Boston. That expanded opportunity excites him.

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Blackhawks sign Ryan Donato as free agency opens, further crowding forward roster

Donato signed a two-year contract Saturday with a $2 million salary-cap hit after producing 27 points in 71 games for the Kraken last season.

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Connor Bedard’s first challenge with Blackhawks will be handling the enormous pressure

Being arguably the most anticipated NHL rookie of all time won’t be an easy situation to manage. But people close to Bedard are resoundingly, uniformly confident that he will overcome the challenge.

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Blackhawks won’t be major players in NHL’s free-agent frenzy Saturday

One or two small moves are possible — such as to address the right-side defensive depth — but Hawks general manager Kyle Davidson won’t be too busy.

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Blackhawks acquire Corey Perry’s rights from Lightning, hope to sign veteran

The Hawks traded a 2024 seventh-round pick in exchange. Perry is currently set to become a UFA on Saturday, but the Hawks are confident they’ll sign the 38-year-old forward best known for his Ducks tenure.

Sports Illustrated

Blackhawks GM’s Hilarious Man-on-the-Street Interview at NHL Draft Goes Viral

The interviewer had no idea who he was talking to.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks’ Day 2 draft class headlined by Adam Gajan, Roman Kantserov

The Hawks completed their 11-man 2023 class by selecting goaltender Gajan, defenseman Janne Peltonen and seven forwards — Roman Kantserov, Martin Misiak, Nick Lardis, Jiri Felcman, Alex Pharand, Marcel Marcel and Milton Oscarson — on Thursday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks acquire draft pick from Islanders to buy out Josh Bailey

The Hawks received a 2026 second-round pick for taking on Bailey’s contract Thursday, which they promptly bought out.

Sports Illustrated

Yankees’ Domingo German Makes History With Perfect Game

Plus, the latest on the biggest names in NBA free agency.

Chicago Sun-Times

Blackhawks shocked to get speedy forward Oliver Moore with No. 19 draft pick

Kyle Davidson tried to trade up repeatedly to get Moore, whom he described as the fastest skater in the draft. In the end, Moore fell right into the Hawks’ laps.

The Independent UK

Connor Bedard, as expected, taken first in the NHL draft by the Chicago Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks have selected Connor Bedard with the first pick in the NHL draft

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