Tag Archives: Central Division

Blackhawks Clinch Division Crown, Sweep Red Wings

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Tab Bamford

With a dramatic third period and shootout victory against the Detroit Red Wings, the Chicago Blackhawks clinched the final Central Division championship.

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Chicago Blackhawks: Goaltender Preview

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Tab Bamford

To say this is a make-or-break year for Corey Crawford wouldn’t be original; he’s said it himself on more than one occasion since training camp opened. But the Blackhawks’ hopes of winning a second Stanley Cup inside five years rests … Continue reading →

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Chicago Blackhawks: Blue Line Preview

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Tab Bamford

Looking around the NHL, there are quite a few teams looking for help on the blue line. In Chicago, the Blackhawks actually have pretty good depth heading into the shorter season. Playing fewer games should help Duncan Keith and Brent … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Period Central Division Previews

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Tab Bamford

Previews for each team in the Central Division were posted on The Fourth Period‘s site this weekend. Here are links to each one: Chicago Blackhawks St. Louis Blues Detroit Red Wings Nashville Predators Columbus Blue Jackets

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Nick Leddy: It’s Time For The Blackhawks To Lock Him Up

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Tab Bamford

Fans have varying opinions on the play of young defenseman Nick Leddy, but now is the time for GM Stan Bowman to get together with him and get a deal done that keeps him in Chicago for the next few … Continue reading →

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NHL Central Division Player Movement Update II

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Tab Bamford

In the wake of Nashville matching Shea Weber’s offer sheet and Columbus trading their captain, Rick Nash, to the Rangers, it’s worth looking at the landscape surrounding the Blackhawks in the Central Division as the summer continues. Here’s an updated … Continue reading →

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Blackhawks Roster: What to Make of the Blue Line?

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Tab Bamford

The Blackhawks Convention ended on Sunday with the usual fanfare and excitement from fans who met their favorite player(s), spent a lot of money, and had great experiences. But the post-Convention reality now sets in: the Hawks have some work … Continue reading →

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Shea Weber Signs Enormous Offer Sheet

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Tab Bamford

Restricted free agent defenseman Shea Weber has reportedly signed an offer sheet with the Philadelphia Flyers. Indications are that the sheet is for $100M over 14 years ($7.15M cap hit). UPDATE: Nick Kypreos of Sportsnet is reporting the deal is … Continue reading →

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NHL Free Agency: Central Division Player Movement Update

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Tab Bamford

Here’s a look around the free agent movement around the Central Division. Detroit Red Wings ADDITIONS G Jonas Gustavsson – 2 years, $3.0M ($1.5M cap) F Mikael Samuelsson – 2 years, $6.0M ($3.0M cap) F Jordin Tootoo – 3 years, … Continue reading →

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Central Division Roster Moves Begin

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Tab Bamford

What will be one of the most active summers in recent memory around the Central Division started with a couple moves involving goalies on Friday. In the morning, the Chicago Blackhawks put goaltender Alexander Salak on waivers. Salak, who was acquired from … Continue reading →

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