Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks left wing Andrew Mangiapane (26) high-fives his teammates in the first period against the Mammoth on March, 9, 2026, at the United Center. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

From Bedard to Burakovsky: How the Chicago Blackhawks players graded in 2025-26

By Kalen Lumpkins

May 23, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The 2025-26 season was one of learning for the Chicago Blackhawks. How did each player...

Canada's Sidney Crosby (87) celebrates with Macklin Celebrini after scoring a goal during the third period of an IIHF World Championship quarterfinal against the United States on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Fribourg, Switzerland. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)

Canada beats US 4-0 to advance to semifinals of hockey’s world championship

By Associated Press

May 28, 2026 at 9:10 p.m.

In the latest edition of their fierce rivalry, Canada’s victory ended the Americans’ quest to...

Paul Cotter, right, celebrates with Max Sasson, left, and Mathieu Olivier after Cotter scored the third U.S. goal against Austria in an IIHF World Championship preliminary-round match Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in Zurich. (Andreas Becker/Keystone via AP)

US advances to a world championship quarterfinal vs. Canada with a 4-1 win over Austria

By Associated Press

May 26, 2026 at 5:18 p.m.

Tuesday's victory lifted the defending world champion Americans to fourth place in Group A. That...

Blackhawks fans and mascot Tommy Hawk react at a draft party at Recess on West Kinzie Street after the selection of Anton Frondell with the third pick in the NHL draft on June 27, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Blackhawks drop in the NHL draft lottery and will have the No. 4 pick

By Kalen Lumpkins

May 5, 2026 at 8:58 p.m.

With Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg likely off the board when the Chicago Blackhawks are...

Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson responds to questions after the second day of the NHL hockey draft Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Gavin McKenna or Ivar Stenberg? If the Chicago Blackhawks get the No. 1 pick, which one should they select?

By Kalen Lumpkins

May 4, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks have a 13.5% chance of landing the No. 1 NHL draft pick...

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard plays against the Mammoth on March, 9, 2026, at the United Center. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard reportedly won’t play for Canada in world championships to focus on health

By Kalen Lumpkins

May 1, 2026 at 1:49 p.m.

Another Canada roster won't have Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard, who reportedly has opted to...

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) and defenseman Louis Crevier celebrate after Crevier's goal against the Sharks in Chicago on April 15, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Column: It’s not playoffs or bust for Chicago Blackhawks next season — but they need to provide hope

By Kalen Lumpkins

April 28, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

No NHL team wants to go through a rebuild, but the Chicago Blackhawks have drafted...

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard adjusts his necklace March 9, 2026, against the Mammoth at the United Center. (Josh Boland/Chicago Tribune)

Captain Connor? Bedard says becoming Chicago Blackhawks’ 37th captain ‘would be a special honor.’

By Kalen Lumpkins

April 23, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

"Captain Connor Bedard" has a ring to it, and the Chicago Blackhawks star says he...

Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill looks on from behind the bench during the season finale against the Sharks on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Can Chicago Blackhawks end playoff drought next year? GM says goal realistic — but would require ‘major step.’

By Kalen Lumpkins

April 16, 2026 at 7:01 p.m.

Despite missing the playoffs for a sixth straight season and eighth in nine, the Chicago...

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard, right, and his teammates warm up for the season finale against the Sharks on April 15, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Column: United Center closes up shop for its 2 tenants with no signs of relief for Bulls and Blackhawks fans

By Paul Sullivan

April 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Now that the ice has melted and the hardwood court has been disassembled, it's all...

Chicago Blackhawks Bobby Hull, left, and Jack Evans flank the Stanley Cup in their dressing room in Detroit after defeating the Detroit Red Wings to win the Cup on April 16, 1961. (AP)

Today in Chicago History: Blackhawks snowed in after winning third Stanley Cup in Detroit

By Kori Rumore

April 16, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 16, according...

The Blackhawks celebrate after their 5-2 victory over the Sharks on April 15, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Blackhawks finish season 29-39-14 — an 11-point improvement from last season

By Kalen Lumpkins

April 16, 2026 at 1:02 a.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks closed the 2025-26 season with five unanswered goals in a 5-2 win...

Blackhawks defenseman Wyatt Kaiser (44) knocks Sharks center Alexander Wennberg to the ice in the second period on April 15, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago Blackhawks 5, San Jose Sharks 2

By Chris Sweda

April 15, 2026 at 11:13 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Blackhawks' 5-2 win over the San Jose Sharks in the season...