Kalen Lumpkins

Kalen Lumpkins is the Blackhawks beat reporter for the Tribune. The Bowling Green graduate joined the Tribune in 2025.

Anton Frondell of the Chicago Blackhawks skates against the New York Islanders while playing in his first NHL game at UBS Arena on March 24, 2026, in Elmont, New York. (Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Anton Frondell scores his first NHL point in debut as the Chicago Blackhawks escape Long Island with win

March 24, 2026 at 10:39 p.m.

Anton Frondell, the third pick in the 2025 draft, joined the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday morning. He arrives with high expectations and an opportunity to learn.

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard during the second period of a game against the Colorado Avalanche, Friday, March 20, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Presence of Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson doesn’t help the Blackhawks get the OT victory

March 22, 2026 at 7:33 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks fell to the Nashville Predators 3-2 in overtime on Sunday. It's their fourth loss in five games.

Blackhawks goalie Arvid Söderblom collects his thoughts during the third period against the Avalanche on March 20, 2026, at the United Center. (Patrick McDermott/Getty)

Chicago Blackhawks allow 49 shots in loss to Colorado Avalanche — who become 1st team to clinch playoff berth

March 21, 2026 at 12:06 a.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks used Friday's matchup against the NHL-best Colorado Avalanche as a measuring stick. The result says they have plenty of work to do.

Blackhawks defenseman Matt Grzelcyk tries to clear the puck from in front of Canucks right wing Conor Garland on Oct. 17, 2025, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Matt Grzelcyk’s work ethic and ‘stabilizing presence’ an example for young Chicago Blackhawks to follow

March 18, 2026 at 4:25 p.m.

Chicago Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill is grateful for Matt Grzelcyk's steadiness: "Flash is great, but substance is more important."

Nick Foligno of the Minnesota Wild waves as he is recognized during the first period against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center on March 17, 2026, in Chicago. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Nick Foligno wins in return to United Center 11 days after Chicago Blackhawks traded him: ‘Lots of emotions’

March 17, 2026 at 10:47 p.m.

It didn't take long for Nick Foligno to come back. He returns proud of what he instilled during his Chicago Blackhawks tenure.

Center Sacha Boisvert puts on a Blackhawks sweater after he was selected with the No. 18 pick in the NHL draft on June 28, 2024, at Sphere in Las Vegas. (Bruce Bennett/Getty)

Chicago Blackhawks sign Sacha Boisvert, a 2024 1st-round pick, to an entry-level contract

March 16, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

Newly signed forward Sacha Boisvert, 19, could bring a much-needed feistiness to the Chicago Blackhawks.

Blackhawks left wing Andrew Mangiapane, right, passes the puck around Mammoth center Nick Schmaltz on Monday, March, 9, 2026, at the United Center. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

Andrew Mangiapane making smooth transition to Chicago Blackhawks — and adds some veteran grit to young team

March 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Left wing Andrew Mangiapane, who came to Chicago in a trade from the Edmonton Oilers, is embracing his role as a veteran voice with the Blackhawks.

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard smiles after a penalty call on the Capitals in the third period at the United Center on Jan. 9, 2026.(John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Blackhawks to play in Germany for their 1st overseas games since 2019

March 13, 2026 at 12:33 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks have been selected for the second and third-ever NHL games in Germany, both to be played against the Ottawa Senators on Dec. 18 and 20.

Blackhawks center Frank Nazar stands on the ice during a break in the action against the Lightning on Jan. 23, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Frank Nazar, 22, turns up the heat in hot-and-cold season for the Chicago Blackhawks: ‘I love challenges’

March 12, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Frank Nazar has battled through a scoring drought and injury this season, but the young Chicago Blackhawks center has two goals and six points in the last four games.

Blackhawks center Frank Nazar skates with the puck in the first period against the Mammoth on Monday, March, 9, 2026, at the United Center. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

Frank Nazar scores the game winner — his 6th point in 4 games — in Chicago Blackhawks’ OT win

March 10, 2026 at 12:35 a.m.

Frank Nazar has scored six points in four games. This time he scored the overtime winner that lifted the Chicago Blackhawks over the Utah Mammoth on Monday.

All Stories