en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Chicago Blackhawks News https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/news Every player that the Chicago Blackhawks traded to the Edmonton Oilers at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline is staying. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:13:18 GMT Vinnie Parise https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57228918 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57228918 false false Former Blackhawks forward Colton Dach will be staying put with the Oilers. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:51:57 GMT Michael DeRosa https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57228761 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57228761 false false If you are a Chicago Blackhawks fan, you have heard plenty about Connor Bedard's injury by now. The team will without their franchise player to begin the 2026- Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:34:39 GMT Justin Lynch https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57228179 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57228179 false false After taking 2025 off, Chicago added a third No. 1 overall pick in the last four years on Saturday when the White Sox selected UCLA shortstop to begin the 2026 MLB Draft. Roch joins Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (2023) and Bears quarterback as a No. 1 overall selection draft by and currently playing for a Chicago team. We’ll now have to wait to see how long it takes Cholowsky to get to the big leagues. Also, on another White Sox note: it was pretty Landon Thome, son of Jim and Nazareth Academy product, hear his name called 34th overall by the White Sox. He, like Bedard, was drafted as an 18-year-old. Unlike Bedard with the Blackhawks and, likely, Cholowsky, Landon Thome probably take some time to be ready for the majors. Our crew did a great job covering the first four rounds of the MLB draft from a perspective yesterday, and will have everything you need to know about the rest of the selections today. Chicago Cubs Draft Ole Miss Righty Cade Townsend with Their First Round Pick— Bleacher Nation (@BleacherNation) Speaking of players drafted No. 1 overall in Chicago, this week I wrote on the Blackhawks potentially signing Patrick Kane. I’m not in favor of it. And, frankly, I think there’s more media juice for the reunion than there might be in the Blackhawks’ front office. But there’s one situation that is still working itself out that might make the most sense for the future Hall of Famer. And it would include a reunion in its own right. In the wake of the , the Anaheim Ducks are likely going to have to trade at least one veteran (Chris Kreider and Alex Killorn are both hitting their cap for $6.5M this year) to fit Cutter Gauthier in financially. The Ducks are also going to be without forward Troy Terry until probably the middle of the season after he had shoulder surgery. A team that’s ready to win, a familiar face behind the bench (Q) and a situation where he could sign for whatever’s available under the cap and then have bonuses on the back end? The Ducks likely need to finish sorting out their cap situation with Gauthier and move players to make the offer here. Maybe Kane takes his talents to Disney Land? There’s a lot of smoke around a report from Elliotte Friedman that the Pittsburgh Penguins are working on trying to acquire Jason Robertson from the Dallas Stars. We’ll see if it happens. Robertson filed for arbitration, so he can no longer sign an offer sheet. Some really good thoughts here on offer sheets and no trade clauses in the NHL. The Future of NHL No Trade Clauses & Carlsson Offer Sheet Fallout ft. Shayna Goldman | The Sheet with — Daily Faceoff (@DailyFaceoff) I’ve had a few people in my mentions pumping the tires of as a potential Blackhawks free agent target. I’m a No. He’s 28 now and hasn’t played a healthy season since COVID. I just don’t see anything there that makes chasing him even tempting for me. Pass. If you’re wondering why the NHL continues to float the idea of expansion, consider the NFL news from Saturday. The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks sold for $9.612B. The NHL has reportedly discussed a $2B entry fee (total investment of $3.5B including a new arena) with a group in Texas (Austin/Houston). More money for the owners plus increased value of existing franchises? Yeah, easy logic. Finally, it appears Jonathan Toews is in town this weekend and enjoyed some time at the Windy City Cookout on Saturday. How about that one-day contract, Danny? Always great seeing the Hawks Forever Captain CONGRATS Tazer on an incredible career and countless memories for Chicago. — Ryan Chiaverini (@RyanChiaverini) BLEACHER NATION: | Subscribe to the Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:29:47 GMT Tab Bamford https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57226045 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57226045 false false It’s been just over three weeks since John Chayka and the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh in a sign-and-trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning. It was a big… Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:05:20 GMT Andrew Forbes https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57225594 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57225594 false false The Seattle Kraken have set a high price for their top trade chip. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:06:39 GMT Greg Boysen https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57225313 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57225313 false false Davidson's bold Bowen Byram trade and 2025 trade-up for Mason West reveal a tendency Davidson isn't afraid to admit: "There is a lot of value just getting your guy." Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:05:28 GMT Ben Pope https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57225308 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57225308 false false Frank Nazar has the potential to hit another level in 2026-27. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:18:29 GMT Michael DeRosa https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57222905 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57222905 false false With Patrik Laine still unsigned in free agency, the Chicago Blackhawks should step up with a contract offer. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:36:44 GMT Michael Whitaker https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57226440 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57226440 false false Will the Chicago Blackhawks finish in last place in the Central Division again? Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:54:05 GMT Vinnie Parise https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57222217 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57222217 false false The Chicago Blackhawks have taken a patient approach to building their current roster over the past few seasons, avoiding the massive free-agent contracts that Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:48:02 GMT Ryan Gagne https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57220155 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57220155 false false The 2026 free agent market was already looking thin before July 1, but as I sit here writing this on July 11, it’s even thinner. Although there aren’t any needle-moving… Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:21:12 GMT Matteo Giuliano https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57219476 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57219476 false false Chicago needs a lot of help with their forward group, too many young guys in their projected lineup.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.yout... Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:09:57 GMT The Hockey Guy https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57219391 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57219391 false false Returning for a second stint on the ice with the Chicago Blackhawks, Sam Lafferty is the subject of our next player grade. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:58:14 GMT Ron Luce https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57218915 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/chicago-blackhawks/articles/57218915 false false