New Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill discussed his scheme, his staff and his plans for Connor Bedard in his first time addressing Chicago media.
The Chicago Blackhawks’ hire of coach Jeff Blashill means a reunion with Tyler Bertuzzi: “I think he’s the right guy for this job.”
Jeff Blashill, who spent the last three seasons as a Tampa Bay Lightning assistant, has been named the 42nd head coach in Chicago Blackhawks history.
Joel Quenneville is returning to the NHL with the Anaheim Ducks for his first head coaching job since he was banned for his handling of a sexual assault scandal.
The NHL is planning an international event at UBS Arena next February in lieu of the previously announced All-Star Weekend at the home of the New York Islanders.
Chicago Blackhawks players’ offseason plans include film work, yoga, house hunting and the World Championship.
The NHL will hold its draft lottery next Monday, and the Chicago Blackhawks have the second-best odds at 13.5%.
Hockey players no longer face the choice Aiden Celebrini and his brother Macklin did at 16 in deciding whether to maintain their college eligibility.
A coach’s firing and a player defection happen, but Chicago Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson “didn’t have heart surgery on my bingo card.”
Between rebuilds, injuries, draft plans and losing, it’s an interesting time for Chicago’s top sports executives.