Kalen Lumpkins

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

Chicago Blackhawks' Anton Frondell during the third period of a game against the New York Islanders on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in Elmont, N.Y. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Anton Frondell scores 1st NHL goal — but Chicago Blackhawks lose to the Winnipeg Jets in overtime

March 31, 2026 at 11:56 p.m.

Anton Frondell had his fifth point in five games since being called up to the NHL. It's a shining trend amid a slew of Chicago Blackhawks losses.

Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov looks to control the puck against the Wild on Nov. 26, 2025, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Artyom Levhsunov and Matt Grzelcyk to miss the rest of the Chicago Blackhawks season with injuries

March 31, 2026 at 2:15 p.m.

Chicago Blackhawks defensemen Artyom Levshunov and Matt Grzelcyk will miss the remainder of the season because of injuries, coach Jeff Blashill said Tuesday.

Blackhawks forward Nick Lardis (76) celebrates his first-period goal against the Islanders on March 24, 2026, in Elmont, N.Y. (Bruce Bennett/Getty)

Rookie Nick Lardis keeps movin’ on up for the Chicago Blackhawks: ‘He’s a smart player with a good skill set’

March 31, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks have handed the keys to rookie Nick Lardis, and the 20-year-old forward is starting to go into full drive.

Chicago Blackhawks' Frank Nazar plays during a game Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Chicago Blackhawks allow 2 goals in 19 seconds and fall to the New Jersey Devils to cap 1-3 trip

March 29, 2026 at 11:58 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks tried out new lines Sunday against the New Jersey Devils. They fell 5-3 for their third straight loss to cap a 1-3 trip.

Blackhawks goaltender Arvid Söderblom defends the goal against the Stars on Dec. 27, 2025, in Dallas. (LM Otero/AP)

Chicago Blackhawks suffer 2nd straight blowout loss — 6-1 to New York Rangers — but improve draft-lottery odds

March 27, 2026 at 10:58 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks fell to the New York Rangers 6-1 on Friday night for their second straight blowout loss and sixth defeat in eight games.

The Blackhawks' Sacha Boisvert, left, tries to get past Flyers goalie Samuel Ersson during the first period Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Philadelphia. The Hawks lost 5-1. (Matt Slocum/AP)

Sacha Boisvert makes NHL debut, but Chicago Blackhawks allow 2 early goals in 5-1 loss

March 26, 2026 at 10:42 p.m.

Hard-nosed physical forward Sacha Boisvert made his NHL debut with the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night in a 5-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers.

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."

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