Articles filed under Hockey
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What I’m hearing about the Blackhawks this offseason: Söderblom arbitration and moreJul 09, 2025 4:13 pm - The mostly quiet portion of the Blackhawks offseason is upon us. There might be a few surprises that trickle out in the coming months, but beyond a handful of contracts, including possibly Anton Frondell’s entry-level contract, there isn’t likely to be a lot of Blackhawks’ news.
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Jonathan Toews is grateful and excited to play again after signing with his hometown Winnipeg JetsJul 04, 2025 10:31 pm - Jonathan Toews is back in the NHL with his hometown Winnipeg Jets after a two-year absence. The three-time Stanley Cup champion was introduced Friday as the newest member of the Jets. They announced their intention to acquire the 37-year-old center last month, but it only became official this week, with Toews signing a one-year deal worth $2 million, plus performance bonuses.. The longtime Chicago Blackhawks captain last played in April 2023.
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Why the Blackhawks were willing to ‘really jump at a guy’ at end of first roundJun 28, 2025 10:40 am - Kyle Davidson admitted he probably gave up more than the draft analytics suggest when he sent picks No, 34 and No. 62 to the Carolina Hurricanes for the No. 29 pick. But while Davidson is an analytically driven general manager, he’s playing a far more basic game when it comes to the wild crapshoot that is the NHL draft.
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An 84-game season is among the changes coming to the NHL as part of the new labor dealJun 27, 2025 11:03 pm - An 84-game season is coming to the NHL as part of an extension of the collective bargaining agreement. The league and the Players' Association have reached a deal through 2030. It still must be ratified by the Board of Governors and the full NHLPA membership. Extending the regular season from 82 to 84 games is also expected to come with a reduction in exhibition play. The maximum length of contracts getting shortened and a playoff salary cap being implemented are among the other changes.
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Islanders choose Schaefer; Blackhawks make three picks in first round in NHL draftJun 27, 2025 9:54 pm - The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft. The Islanders surprised nobody by using their first No. 1 selection since 2009 on the 17-year-old Schaefer, a 6-foot-2 blueliner from Hamilton, Ontario, who spent the past two seasons with the Ontario Hockey League's Erie Otters.
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Why the Blackhawks selected Anton Frondell with 2025 NHL Draft’s No. 3 pickJun 27, 2025 7:12 pm - The Chicago Blackhawks drafted Anton Frondell, Krüger’s Djurgården teammate in Sweden, with the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft on Friday.
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Top Chicago Bears position battles to watch in 2025: No. 1 left tackleJun 27, 2025 6:47 pm - We’re ranking the top-five position battles to watch during training camp. Here’s a look at No. 1 on the list. No. 1 Left tackle Returning players: Braxton Jones...
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Chicago Blackhawks NHL draft guide: Picks, best fits and analysisJun 27, 2025 11:26 am - The Chicago Blackhawks have 10 picks in the 2025 NHL draft: Nos. 3, 25, 34, 62, 66, 98, 107, 162, 194, 197. Here’s what to expect. Pronman’s team needs Chicago has h...
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John Doe vs. Blackhawks lawsuit set for trial after judge rules against team’s motionJun 27, 2025 11:19 am - A former Chicago Blackhawks player’s lawsuit against the NHL franchise is set to go to trial in October after a Cook County Circuit Court judge ruled this week against the Blackhawks’ motion for a summary judgment.
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Blackhawks unveil home jersey for centennial seasonJun 27, 2025 11:10 am - The Chicago Blackhawks have been wearing essentially the same jersey — with minor tweaks along the way — for seven decades. So their centennial look doesn’t stray too far...