Category Archives: News

Up-to-date news and info about the Chicago Blackhawks, including news from regarding player movement to/from the minors, the draft, and trades

Canada Eliminated From World Championships

Early Thursday morning in the US, Canada lost a heart-breaking game to Slovakia and their hopes for a gold medal at the 2012 World Championships ended. Duncan Keith finished the tournament with 11 points (one goal, 10 assists) and was … Continue reading

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Coyotes Ugly: NHL Suspends Martin Hanzal

Martin Hanzal may not have a history of supplemental discipline, but he has been one of many Coyotes involved in dirty play in this postseason. Hanzal was personally called for two roughing penalties and one elbowing penalty in the first … Continue reading

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NHL Cancels European Games, Rookie Games

Reports on Wednesday afternoon are that the NHL has already made a number of significant cancellations, preparing for a potential work stoppage in the fall. According to TSN, the season-opening games played overseas will not be held for the first time … Continue reading

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NHL Discussion Turns To CBA

On Wednesday morning, the NHL informed the NHLPA that they intend to either terminate or renegotiate the Collective Bargaining Agreement. According to the CBA, both parties have until 120 days prior to the expiration date of the existing CBA to … Continue reading

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Blackhawks Fire Mike Haviland

The Blackhawks surprised many on Tuesday afternoon with the announcement that the team relieved assistant coach Mike Haviland of his duties. Haviland was reportedly a finalist for the coaching job in Winnipeg last summer, and was loved by the players in Chicago. … Continue reading

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Marc Bergevin Named GM In Montreal

On Wednesday, the Montreal Canadiens named Marc Bergevin their new general manager. Bergevin, a Montreal native, spent seven seasons with the Blackhawks. He was named Assistant General Manager on June 15, 2011, after serving the team as Director of Player Personnel. Bergevin … Continue reading

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Report: Marc Bergevin Interviews With Habs

In an interview with LaPresse.ca, Chicago Blackhawks assistant general manager Marc Bergevin indicated that he has interviewed for the GM job with the Montreal Canadiens. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the Habs asked for permission to speak with Bergevin in … Continue reading

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Marian Hossa, Patrick Kane Selected In All-Star Draft

On Thursday night the NHL held their second annual NHL All-Star Game Fantasy Draft in Ottawa. Captains Daniel Alfredsson and Zdeno Chara make the selections. From the Blackhawks, Marian Hossa was selected fourth by Team Chara. Patrick Kane was selected 12th, also by Team … Continue reading

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NHL, NHLPA Agree On Revenue

Late Friday afternoon, the NHL and NHLPA released the following statement: The NHL and the NHLPA have reached a settlement of their dispute over 2010-11 Hockey Related Revenue (HRR).  The return of Escrow monies to the Players and Revenue Sharing … Continue reading

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NHLPA Refuses Consent of Proposed Realignment

From NHL.com (Jan. 6): The National Hockey League announced today that it will not move forward with implementation of the Realignment Plan and modified Playoff Format recently approved by the NHL Board of Governors for the 2012-13 NHL season because the … Continue reading

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