Western Conference News: Coyotes, Blackhawks, Stars, Kings, Sharks, Blues, Knights, and Jets
On the Arizona Coyotes ... Craig Morgan: Coach Rick Tocchet said that it's possible that forward Brad Richardson gets back into the lineup today. It appears that defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson won't return until after their bye week. On the Chicago…
NHL News: Bruins, Blackhawks, Panthers, Sens, Flyers, Pens, Leafs, Jets, Lines and Pairings
ostonOn the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty: Defenseman Kevan Miller fully participated in practice this morning. Forward David Krejci missed practice for the third straight day. On the Chicago Blackhawks ... NHL Player Safety: Forward Ryan Hartman was fined $2,320.79 for…
NHL Expansion Draft: Chicago Blackhawks Primer
With four no-movement clauses among their forwards, three on defense and one at goalie, Chicago has most of their protected slots spoken for. Then again, I doubt they’d leave any of the eight unprotected. Forward Decisions Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews,…
NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks – Salary Cap and Expansion
On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Mark Lazerus of the Chicago Sun Times: After signing Richard Panik to a two-year deal worth $2.8 million a season, the Blackhawks now have $65 million committed to 11 players. Throw in a some young…
NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks Offseason Priorities
On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Craig Custance of ESPN: Offseason priorities for the Chicago Blackhawks. 1. Explore trading Brent Seabrook - The Blackhawks blueline could use a facelift, bringing in more youth and speed. Clearing his $6.875 million cap hit…
NHL Rumors: 2018 Winter Olympics, Blue Jackets and Blackhawks
On the 2018 Olympics ... Pierre LeBrun: Gary Bettman has said the owners aren't really interested in going to the 2018 Olympic's in South Korea, but Donald Fehr (executive director of the NHLPA) thinks they'll be going. "I'm more optimistic now…
NHL Injuries: Kings, Habs, Isles, Blackhawks, Pens and More
On the Los Angeles Kings ... Lisa Dillman: The Kings hockey ops said that Jonathan Quick didn't have surgery and has opted for a procedure that doesn't involve surgery. Lisa Dillman: Kings GM Dean Lombardi said that they are expecting Quick…
NHL Injuries: Pens, Jackets, Oilers, Rangers, Coyotes and More
On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Eric Engels: Sidney Crosby isn't travelling with the Penguins. On the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Tom Reed: Defenseman Ryan Murray blocked a shot in the first period against the Bruins. He thinks he'll be ready for Friday.…
NHL Injuries: Kings, Habs, Hawks, Blues, Sabres and more
On the Los Angeles Kings ... Daren Millard: Jonathan Quick has a bad groin injury, with surgery a possibility. The Kings could be looking at Quick being out for three to four month. On the Montreal Canadiens ... Renaud Lavoie: Have been…
2016-17 Top 10 Chicago Blackhawks Prospects
It has been well documented that the key to success in the salary cap era is to have a steady and consistent flow of prospects that can step in and contribute. The Hawks have been a successful franchise winning three…
Afternoon Hits: Roster Notes, Lines, Pairing and Starters
Roster Notes ... Curtis Zupke: Anze Kopitar said that he's playing tonight. Dave Vest: Antoine Vermette won't be in the lineup for the Coyotes tonight. Martin Hanzal will be in the lineup. David Alter: The Maple Leafs put Jonathan Bernier…
Chicago Blackhawks 2015-16 Season Primer
2014-15 record: 48-28-6, 102 points (3rd in the Central Division, 4th in the Western Conference, 7th in the league) 2014-15 Outcome: Stanly Cup Champions Player Salaries: $83,973,333 (21) Cap Payroll: $71,168,460 Bonuses: $500,000 Cap Space: $231,540 Forwards: $43,568,000 (13) Defensemen:…