Misconceptions of Stan Bowman – Part 2
In part one of this series, I examined the forwards that Blackhawks General Manager Stan Bowman had drafted both before he took over as GM and while on the job…. Read more »
Category Archives: CHICAGO
IceHogs: Highmore Powers Rockford Past San Antonio, Prepare For Admirals
On Wednesday night, the Rockford IceHogs were able to snap a three-game win-less streak by getting a 3-1 win over the San Antonio Rampage. Behind the two-goal effort of rookie… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks vs Stars 4-2 Loss
I fell in to a burning ring of fire I went down, down, down And the flames went higher And it burns, burns, burns The ring of fire The ring… Read more »
IceHogs: Blackhawks Trade Pieces Currently In Rockford
While the Rockford IceHogs find themselves right in the middle of the hunt for the Calder Cup Playoffs as the NHL trade deadline approaches, the Chicago Blackhawks continue slipping further… Read more »
Flames At Hawks Game Thread
Calgary Flames (26-18-8) at Chicago Blackhawks (24-20-8) 7:30 Central NBC Sports Chicago NOTES: We’re not sure what’s more surprising after 52 games of the 2017-18 NHL season: that… Read more »
Misconceptions of Stan Bowman – Part 1
There are many misconceptions surrounding almost any professional sports organization, and the Blackhawks are certainly not immune to this sickness. These narratives sometimes drive a message out to the fan… Read more »
Recap: IceHogs Lose Ground In Central Division Over Weekend
Coming out of the AHL All-Star break, the Rockford IceHogs had a great opportunity to create separation in the Central Division with back-to-back games against Division opponents over the weekend…. Read more »
Preview & Game Thread: Blackhawks-Flames
Chicago Blackhawks (24-20-7) at Calgary Flames (25-18-8) 10:00PM Eastern/9:00 Central RADIO: WGN 720 TV: SN, NBCSCH PROJECTED GOALIES: Calgary: Mike Smith (20-15-6 | 2.50 GAA | 0.922 SV% | 2… Read more »
Analysis: The Forsberg Follies
Is the Blackhawk coaching staff mishandling Anton Forsberg—and the overall goaltending situation—in the absence of Corey Crawford? It’s just a choice between two essentially backup goaltenders for a road game… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks at Canucks 4-2 Loss
The Blackhawks headed way west, Thursday night, to face the Vancouver Canucks for “one of those great nine o’clock starts.” Before facing the Stars in a week, the Blackhawks play… Read more »
IceHogs: Rockford Sign Pelletier To One-Year Extension
On Thursday afternoon, the Rockford IceHogs came to terms with forward William Pelletier to a one-year contract extension through the 2018-19 season. IceHogs, Pelletier Agree To Extension This season marks… Read more »
IceHogs: Mid-Season Awards At AHL All-Star Break
The Rockford IceHogs have had quite the season so far in 2017-18, given the amount of turnover from last season and the amount of first-year pros that have played significant… Read more »
Highmore, Dahlstrom Represent IceHogs At AHL All-Star Weekend
Over the weekend, the AHL All-Star festivities took place in Utica, New York. Representing the Rockford IceHogs for the AHL Central Division were rookie forward Matthew Highmore and defenseman Carl… Read more »
Revisiting Under The Radar Blackhawks
This was an article I put together at Puckin Hostile before the preseason began, regarding some under the radar players to watch. I thought the midway point of the season… Read more »
Wiz scouts Blackhawks Prospects Ian Mitchell and Blake Hillman
The-Rink.com Prospect Guru Bill “Wiz” Placzek gives a taste of things to come with a quick breakdown on two Blackhawk defensive prospects playing at Denver University. I spent the… Read more »
Preview: IceHogs Prepare To “Pink The Rink” Against Ontario
On Friday night, the Rockford IceHogs are set to take on the Ontario Reign in Rockford on the annual “Pink the Rink” night for the IceHogs. The special night is… Read more »
Pride & Prejudice Pt. 2: Resurrection
The second of a 2-part series on the sad state of the Blackhawks. Yesterday, we examined the causes. Today we look at potential solutions. What follows is not… Read more »
Preview & Game Thread: Blackhawks-Red Wings
The Blackhawks lick their wounds from last night’s disappointing OT loss to the Leafs, and take the short trip to Detroit to face the Red Wings. Chicago Blackhawks (22-19-7)… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks vs Maple Leafs 3-2 OT Loss
The season in the abyss trudged on for the Blackhawks against the young fast Toronto Maple Leafs, Wednesday night. After a disappointing loss against the Tampa Bay Lightning, this Blackhawks… Read more »
Pride & Prejudice Pt. 1: The Blackhawks Downfall
This is the first of a 2-part series on the sad state of the Blackhawks. Today, we look at how the Hawks got to this point. Next, where they might… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks vs Lightning 2-0 Shutout Loss
As the season seemed to be slowly slipping away from the Blackhawks, they were back at the United Center to face off with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Contrary to their… Read more »
IceHogs: Rockford Returns Home, Take Points In Five Of Six On Road Trip
Over the weekend, the Rockford IceHogs completed a six-game road trip with a 4-3 win over the Cleveland Monsters on Friday and a 4-3 loss to the Grand Rapids Griffins… Read more »
Preview & Game Thread: Lightning-Blackhawks
Arguably the best team in the NHL this year, Tampa Bay brings their fast, yet disciplined game to the UC tonight to face the struggling Blackhawks. Tampa Bay Lightning… Read more »
Blackhawks send Gustav Forsling to Rockford
Scott Powers scooped the Blackhawks by noticing that Swedish defenseman Gustav Forsling had been mentioned in the AHL transaction notices as being sent to Rockford. Shortly after, the Blackhawks made… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks vs NY Islanders 7-3 Loss
The winter break ended for the Blackhawks on Saturday evening against the New York Islanders. After a five day break, the team had to regroup without goaltender Corey Crawford who,… Read more »