Category Archives: Prospects

Blackhawks Prospect Brandon Pirri Going Pro

According to Bob McKenzie of TSN, 19-year-old center Brandon Pirri is leaving RPI to turn professional. Terms have not yet been finalized, according to McKenzie. Pirri is considered one of the top center prospects in the Blackhawks organization, and was … Continue reading

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Ivan Vishnevskiy: A Forgotten Addition to the Blackhawks Blue Line?

Amidst all the summer moves the Blackhawks made this year, one deal that may have disappeared off the radar could play a role in the coming season. When the Hawks traded restricted free agent Andrew Ladd to the Atlanta Thrashers, … Continue reading

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Blackhawks Sign Nick Leddy

According to sources in Minnesota, the Blackhawks will soon announce that they have agreed to an entry-level deal with defenseman Nick Leddy. Leddy was one of the most impressive players at the prospect camp earlier this summer, and will reportedly … Continue reading

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Blackhawks Sign Jack Skille

According to a number of sources, including Adam Jahns of the Chicago Sun Times, the Blackhawks have reportedly agreed to a one-year, $600k deal with forward Jack Skille. Skille, 23, was the Hawks first round pick (seventh overall) in 2005 but … Continue reading

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Blackhawks Sign Igor Makarov

According to CapGeek.com, the Blackhawks have agreed in principle to a two-year, entry-level deal with 2006 second round pick Igor Makarov. The deal reportedly comes with a $552,500 cap number. Makarov, 23, is listed at 6’1 and 185 pounds and possesses a great … Continue reading

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Blackhawks Prospect Rankings: Post-Camp Edition

After watching a fun weekend of hockey during the Blackhawks’ prospect camp, it’s much easier to look at the talent the Hawks have in the pipeline and qualify it against others in the organization. Over the weekend, a number of … Continue reading

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Video: Fans Talk Blackhawks Prospects

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Blackhawks Prospect Camp: Reactions From Day One

Friday was the first day of the Blackhawks Prospect Camp, which will run through Monday afternoon. There are over 70 players invited this year, and they have been split into four teams, with two practicing and scrimmaging in the morning … Continue reading

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2010 Blackhawks Offseason: Strong Theme Emerging

As we move past the 2010 NHL Draft and sprint into free agency in July, a clear theme is beginning to emerge for the defending Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks: big, strong, and fast. Just look at the skaters that have been … Continue reading

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Chicago Blackhawks Acquire Jimmy Hayes

  The Chicago Blackhawks acquired Jimmy Hayes, the seventh-ranked prospect in the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, in exchange for the 43rd overall selection in the 2010 Draft. Jimmy, 21, is listed at 6’5 and 210 pounds and was the Leafs … Continue reading

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