Blackhawks-Rangers Game Thread
Join JJ, Gatekeeper, and the rest of the RinkRats tonight on the message hread at the bottom of this page—as we discuss all the action from tonight’s Hawks-Rangers game… Read more »
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Blackhawks Anton Forsberg Gets New Mask
NHL Goalie mask guru David Gunnarsson released his latest mask for Blackhawks goalie Anton Forsberg, yesterday. The mask includes the dog from the movie “Bolt” as well as the Chicago… Read more »
Preview: Blackhawks at Rangers
The Blackhawks are in New York tonight—to face old Original Six rivals the Rangers, who the Hawks’ beat at the UC earlier this year. Chicago Blackhawks (18-14-6) at New… Read more »
Why Are The Blackhawks Picking Jeff Glass?
When we woke up this morning we were treated to some interesting news. Blackhawks Coach Joel Quenneville announced that fourth string fill-in Jeff Glass, not backup Anton Forsberg, would start… Read more »
IceHogs: Catching Up With Rockford Goalie Collin Delia
The Rockford IceHogs experienced a large roster turnover from the end of the 2016-17 season to the beginning of the 2017-18 season with twelve rookies jumping into the roster and… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks at Flames 4-3 OT Loss
The Blackhawks continued their journey across Canada on Sunday night in Calgary. They were riding the back of a narrow overtime win against Connor McJesus, as well as Jeff Glass‘… Read more »
Reviewing Sean Avery’s Memoir ‘Ice Capades’
In his book Ice Capades, Sean Avery brings readers down to ice level and gives them a glimpse of professional hockey life beyond the generic behind-the-scenes anecdotes If there was one… Read more »
Analysis: What’s Really “Wrong” With Toews?
The truth may not lie in either the “too many hard miles” or “wacky diet” theories. But here’s my take—based on logic, hidden stats, and a little inside information…. Read more »
Recap: IceHogs Drop Two Of Three To End 2017 Calendar
Over the weekend, the Rockford IceHogs faced a tough task in a three games in three nights stretch of their schedule. The action over the weekend closed the book on… Read more »
Thank you and Happy New Years, Rinkrats
As 2017 comes to a close, and we all wax nostalgic, you can look back on a very strange year either with anger and disdain or try to focus on… Read more »
Preview: Blackhawks at Flames
The Blackhawks traveled south within the province of Alberta yesterday, where tonight they face the Calgary Flames. Can they get another winning streak going? Chicago Blackhawks (18-14-5) at Calgary… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks at Oilers 4-3 OT Win
After a very uninspired loss in Vancouver the previous night, the Blackhawks took a short jaunt to Alberta to face the Edmonton Construction Cones. Making his NHL and Blackhawks debut… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks at Canucks 5-2 Loss
Thursday night, the Blackhawks took the ice in Vancouver, BC to face the Canucks in their first game post-Christmas—and post Corey Crawford-injury. Goalie Anton Forsberg took over the starting position… Read more »
Preview: Blackhawks at Oilers
The Blackhawks attempt to break a now 3-game losing streak tonight in Edmonton. Nearing the midpoint of the season, the Hawks desperately need to right the ship. Chicago Blackhawks… Read more »
Preview: IceHogs Close 2017 With Three Games In Three Nights
As the calendar year of 2017 comes to a close, the Rockford IceHogs have their work cut out for them with three games in three nights to close the book… Read more »
Preview: Blackhawks at Canucks
The Blackhawks resume their road trip after a few days off—Thursday night, they face off against the rebuilding Vancouver Canucks. Chicago Blackhawks (17-13-5) at Vancouver Canucks (15-17-5) 8PM… Read more »
Breaking: Corey Crawford Placed On Injured Reserve
On Wednesday morning the Chicago Blackhawks placed goaltender Corey Crawford on injured reserve and recalled goaltender Jeff Glass and forward David Kampf from the Rockford IceHogs. Additionally, the IceHogs recalled… Read more »
Recap: IceHogs Use Extra Hockey, Get Wins Over Wolves And Griffins
Attempting to end a three-game skid, the Rockford IceHogs topped the Chicago Wolves on Friday night in overtime 3-2, making the Illinois Lottery Cup series 3-2 in favor of the… Read more »
Recap: Devils 4, Blackhawks 1
Corey Crawford gets pulled in the first period and the Blackhawks drop their second straight on the road, 4-1 to the resurgent New Jersey Devils. I should’ve known better… Read more »
Preview: Blackhawks at Devils
The Blackhawks travel northeast to the Prudential Center in Newark to face the Devils tonight, looking to recapture their mojo after losing Thursday night in Dallas. Chicago Blackhawks (17-12-5)… Read more »
Recap: Blackhawks at Stars 4-0 Shutout Loss
Last night, the Blackhawks moseyed into Dallas for one of their last two games before Christmas. To say they came out flat would be an understatement, as the Stars put… Read more »
Preview: Blackhawks at Stars
The Blackhawks play at American Airlines Arena tonight against division and playoff position rival, the Dallas Stars. The Hawks also try to push their win streak to 6 games. … Read more »
IceHogs: Without Hinostroza, Matthew Highmore Has Chance To Shine
In the month of December, the Rockford IceHogs have been at the opposite ends of the spectrum with a hot start with a four-game win streak, followed by a three-game… Read more »
Analysis: The 13th Forward We Always Thought He Was
Is Patrick Sharp about to take a press box sojourn for the first time in his tenure as a Blackhawk? And was it ever right to expect much from… Read more »
Analysis: It All Starts With The Defense
As the Blackhawks prepare to push their win streak to 6 games, it’s becoming more and more apparent something has changed. But exactly what’s driving this? So the Blackhawks… Read more »