The Blackhawks believe their lack of Olympians could turn into an advantage, allowing their stars to rest for three weeks. But Teuvo Teravainen, their lone representative, is looking forward to "very high-level" hockey in Milan. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks looked resigned to defeat tonight. They got exactly that in a 4-0 loss to the Blue Jackets. Wyatt Kaiser's injury added to the bad news. Postgame story from Columbus: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Sam Rinzel will need years to build up his weight. In the meantime, the Blackhawks are teaching him how to use his brainpower to overcome his lack of physical power. "I want to steer [opponents] in the direction I want them to go in." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/2026/02/03/b...

The Blackhawks have been starving for offense. One of their hungriest players — Ryan Donato — finally got to eat tonight, exploding for four points in a 6-3 win over the Sharks. Postgame notebook: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

If the NHL season ended today, the Blackhawks would own two top-16 picks in the draft. The Panthers' pick they own is looking better and better with Florida sitting 8 points out of a playoff spot. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks' struggling power play needs to rehearse adjustments, but practicing against the NHL's best penalty kill can make that difficult. "You’re always trying to debate if you [should] almost use a mock penalty kill." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks and Sharks' rebuilds are starting to diverge. Mike Grier has shifted into "buyer" mode, ready to sacrifice future assets for the present. Kyle Davidson definitely has not. New story comparing where the two organizations stand: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Connor Bedard recorded his first multi-point game in several weeks tonight, but the only thing he was thinking about afterward was a missed shot late in the third period. Postgame story on the Blackhawks' 4-2 loss to the Blue Jackets: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks began a new approach to developing Artyom Levshunov today. He's out of the lineup for the time being. Meanwhile, the coaching staff will individually work with him on resetting three specific "foundational" skills. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks have had some excusable losses this season, but tonight was not one. They were mentally disengaged, then gave up. It was bad. "We didn’t show enough response there, and that’s not the team we want to be." Postgame story from Pittsburgh: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks are working with Artyom Levshunov to improve his shooting velocity and deception. It'll take time to improve his subpar mechanics, but eventually it should help his finishing. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

As Connor Murphy's nine-year Blackhawks tenure nears an end, he still dreams about rewarding Chicago for its patience. "Even if I’m not here, I would be really happy to see success for this team and the city at any point... People deserve that." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks really liked their play tonight, despite blowing a 3-0 lead and losing to the Wild in a shootout. "You’re going to win that game 98% of the time. We just didn’t win it." Postgame story from St. Paul: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Jason Dickinson realizes the Blackhawks might trade him to make room for kids graduating into the NHL. But in the meantime, he loves those kids. "There’s been so much good out of my time here. If it ends this year, I can look back on it fondly." Story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks had to make some changes today with a fully healthy roster and a scoring drought. The biggest of those: sending Nick Lardis back to Rockford after 21 NHL games. New story breaking down what happened and where the Hawks stand: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Connor Bedard has 4 points — and 0 goals on live goalies — in 8 games since returning from injury. He was held in check again today in a 5-1 loss to the Panthers. The offense-starved Blackhawks need him to get his mojo back ASAP. Story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks have gone 2-0-1 in the second halves of back-to-back sets this month. That's a huge improvement from earlier this season, and Jeff Blashill praised his team for it this morning. New Hawks notebook: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Time for the midseason update to my Blackhawks prospect rankings. Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov lead the group, but there's also plenty of depth — even with some guys having graduated into NHL players. The rankings: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

What a 21st birthday — and what a game — for Oliver Moore. With a bloody gash on his right cheek, he was elated after the Blackhawks' 4-3 shootout win. "It’s a good way to ring it in. Got beat up. Won a hockey game. That’s all that matters." Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

With Frank Nazar back, the Blackhawks' forward lineup is deeper than it's been in a while. Jeff Blashill plans to keep Oliver Moore at center and balance out ice time across the four lines, or at least the three non-Bedard lines. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Arvid Soderblom ranks 62nd out of 64 NHL goalies with an .868 save percentage. Could his struggles open a door for Drew Commesso after the Olympic break? New Blackhawks story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

What a night at the United Center for past and present Chicago sports stars: Jonathan Toews, Connor Bedard, Caleb Williams and Pete Crow-Armstrong. And amidst all the hullabaloo, a much-needed Blackhawks win, 2-0 over the Jets. Postgame notebook: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Jonathan Toews and Blackhawks fans will relive and renew their unique bond one more time tonight at the UC. "To put your heart and soul into something, and be able to have that impact and inspire people in that way, is what makes our sport special." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Ryan Donato is on pace for only 31 points this season — half of his 62 last season. Given the Blackhawks' situation, his $4 million cap hit isn't a problem. But they could really use more offense from him. What's going on? New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Some carelessness crept into the Blackhawks' game tonight in a 5-2 loss to the Bruins. "Yes, we haven’t scored, and it’s been hard for us to score. But when we’ve found success, we took what was given." Postgame notebook: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Connor Bedard's linemates were jumbled so often last year. Not this year. He's spent 63% of his 5v5 ice time with Burakovsky, 50% with Greene. That's true throughout the Blackhawks' lineup, too. Jeff Blashill has prioritized line continuity. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Will we ever see a more dominant team in modern NHL history than the 2013 Blackhawks? The 2019 Lightning and 2023 Bruins had a shot — but they couldn't do it in the playoffs. Now, another challenger appears: the 2026 Avalanche. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks' next two home games should be sellouts with lots of pizzazz. Tonight's 3-1 loss, however, had no pizzazz. The Hawks were disconnected. The Flames checked well. The United Center crowd was the smallest since October. Postgame notebook: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks are working on making Andre Burakovsky a more responsible defensive player. One key piece of advice from Jeff Blashill — about stopping in, rather than swinging through, the D-zone — has helped. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Some Blackhawks were initially skeptical of Jeff Blashill's penalty-killing system. They're believers now. The PK ranks 2nd in the NHL at 85.2%. It's 16-for-16 in January. New story breaking down why the push-down PK has been so effective: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Blackhawks prospect Marek Vanacker put too much pressure on himself last season. Now, he feels more "level-headed." And he's thriving, leading the OHL in goals. "He's in a far better place this year psychologically." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks struggled to switch back to their sans-Connor Bedard identity tonight, falling 4-1 to the Oilers, after the stomach bug made him its latest victim. "We were just off with everything: passes, shots, simple plays." Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Every time it seems like Louis Crevier has reached his ceiling, he actually hasn't. His offensive growth has been especially impressive. He never hesitates to unleash his bomb of a shot, and that predictability is valuable. New Blackhawks story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Could Ryan Greene's empty-net goal help him break his snakebitten slump? His healthy mindset about it should help. "I don’t want to say ‘luck,’ because I don’t want to rely on luck... I feel it’s just on me to find a way to get it done." New Blackhawks story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Drew Commesso wrote a new script in his third NHL start tonight. The rookie goalie was spectacular, making 37 saves in a 3-0 Blackhawks win in Nashville. He's the first Hawks goalie to earn his first NHL win via shutout since Corey Crawford. Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Nick Lardis & Oliver Moore's adjacent lockers are helping them settle into the NHL. They can talk through anything together. "Was that a no-look?" "Yeah. You're always there." "I guess he knows I’m there, which is nice to know." New Blackhawks story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Connor Bedard was held off the scoresheet but otherwise looked "a lot like himself" tonight. He had 4 SOG in 17 minutes of action. The illness-ravaged Blackhawks, however, didn't look like themselves in a 5-1 loss to the Capitals. Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Connor Bedard returns to the Blackhawks' lineup tonight against the Capitals. In retrospect, however, they ended up becoming a better team during his absence. New story breaking down three reasons why: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks dealt Laurent Brossoit and Nolan Allan to the Sharks today in a complicated trade. Acquiring Ryan Ellis' $6.25M dead contract — which will help them reach the salary floor next season — was the biggest reason why. Story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

National TV audiences have now watched the Blackhawks hammer the Blues twice this season. In October, it was 8-3 against Joel Hofer. Tonight, it was 7-3 against Jordan Binnington. Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/2026/01/08/b...

Former Blackhawks goalie Glenn Hall, one of the greatest goalies in NHL history, died today at age 94. He once made 502 consecutive starts — all without a mask. "I’ve always said, 'You’ve got to be a little sick to be a goalie.'" Story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Blues captain Brayden Schenn clarified today he didn't intend to injure Connor Bedard back on Dec. 12, but he understands why some Blackhawks fans were so upset. "That’s a fan base protecting their star player, which they should." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

It’s no coincidence Artyom Levshunov is playing his best hockey since being reunited with Wyatt Kaiser. Kaiser’s chameleon nature is the glue that holds the Blackhawks’ defense together. New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Connor Bedard was a partial participant in a non-contact jersey in Blackhawks practice today. His return from injury doesn't seem far off now. "I’m feeling good. Hopefully, pretty soon, I can get back out there." New story with details: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Tyler Bertuzzi is scoring goals. He had three more today in the Blackhawks' 3-2 comeback OT win over Vegas. He's also playing his heart out. "He’s always been a guy who draws you into the fight because of the passion with which he plays." Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

The Blackhawks have reached the midpoint of their season. They have 39 points in 41 games — nine more than the midpoint of last season and 13 more than the year before. New story analyzing all of their other team stats from the first half: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Nick Foligno jokingly lobbied for a shootout opportunity Thursday after scoring in a Make-A-Wish event. He got his shot in the sixth round tonight in Washington, and he buried the winner for the Blackhawks. Postgame story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Team Finland's Teuvo Teravainen, the Blackhawks' lone Olympian, is excited to fulfill a dream — well, pending one thing. "I’m sure everybody is going to be so excited and the hockey is going to be great. Hopefully they get the rink done." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Nick Foligno still believes this Blackhawks team is "different" than the past few, and he makes a compelling argument as to why. "There’s a purposeful intention every time we step on the ice from every guy." New story: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...

Since the Christmas break, the Blackhawks seem to have a better idea of what they must do to compete without Bedard and Nazar. They beat the Stars again tonight, 4-3. "Just like we played today, we need to do that on a regular basis." Postgame notebook: chicago.suntimes.com/blackhawks/2...