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Aleksander Barkov, Auston Matthews, Jordan Staal Named Finalists for the Selke Trophy

On Saturday morning, the NHL named the finalists for the Selke Trophy. Alexsander Barkov of the Panthers, Auston Matthews of the Maple Leafs, and Jordan Staal of the Hurricanes are the three finalists for the award. https://twitter.com/PR_NHL/status/1787135679996080510 First awarded in...

May 05, 2024

Major TV News, Underwhelmed by Lottery Hype, Game 7 OT in Boston, Big Night in Rockford, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

It's Sunday. We're now two sleeps away from the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery. Can you feel the anticipation? Or are you like me and this year's lottery is a really big event that's still only registering at like... a 6...

May 05, 2024

Auston Matthews, Elias Pettersson, Jaccob Slavin Named Finalists for the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy

On Saturday morning, the NHL named the finalists for the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy. Those three finalists are Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews, Canucks forward Elias Petterson, and Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin. https://twitter.com/PR_NHL/status/1786772962617528588 First awarded in 1924-25, the Lady Byng...

May 04, 2024

Chelios Wants 88 Back, IceHogs Fall in OT, LA Problems, a GREAT Realignment Idea, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Chris Chelios, whose number being retired this past season saw Patrick Kane dramatically end the game in overtime with a goal against his former team in his first game at the United Center because of course it did, jumped on...

May 04, 2024

Hockey Canada Announces World Championship Roster (Yeah, Connor Bedard Is Going)

On Friday afternoon, Hockey Canada announced the 22 players on their initial roster for the IIHF World Championship tournament in Czechia. Blackhawks star rookie Connor Bedard is on the roster. https://twitter.com/hockeycanada/status/1786472580834058525?s=51&t=ESwYjOKcGL_TWWx-NV4tsw There are some interesting names on this list, including...

May 03, 2024

Let’s Go Shopping: Potential UFA Targets for the Blackhawks

As we continue patiently waiting for the Stanley Cup Playoffs to run their course and the offseason for the entire NHL to begin, Blackhawks fans are making their lists and checking them twice for who the front office should add...

May 03, 2024

Tocchet, Bowness and Brunette Named Finalists for the Jack Adams Award

On Friday, the NHL named the three finalists for the Jack Adams Award: Vancouver's Rick Tocchet, Winnipeg's Rick Bowness and Nashville's Andrew Brunette. Former Blackhawks forward Brunette was the runner-up after the 2021-22 season after taking over for former Blackhawks...

May 03, 2024

The Next Captain, Impact of a Lottery Win, Fantilli Joins Bedard, Toronto Survives, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

I know, I know... it's Friday, May 3 and the Blackhawks haven't played in weeks and all we can think about is the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery and hope the Blackhawks win it again. And I know talking about who...

May 03, 2024

2024 NHL Mock Draft: Lottery Simulator Fun — Episode Two

In the days leading up to the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery on May 7, we're running a fun series of mock draft pieces that use a lottery simulator to determine the top picks in the draft. Today, we'll run our...

May 03, 2024

Who Are Some Potential Buy-Low Blackhawks Trade Targets?

With the Blackhawks looking to get better in the coming season, new bodies are expected to be brought in to help build more real competition for roster spots. How those players are acquired is the tricky part; free agency will...

May 02, 2024

How to Watch Rays vs. White Sox: Live Stream or on TV

In a series opener on Monday, Isaac Paredes and the Tampa Bay Rays (17-18) face Gavin Sheets and the Chicago White Sox (8-26), with first pitch scheduled for 6:50 PM ET at Tropicana Field.See how to watch the Tampa Bay-Chicago...

May 06, 2024

NBA Picks

Knicks vs. Pacers Predictions, Best Bets and Odds: Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 1 – Monday, May 6, 2024

The New York Knicks are 6-point favorites in Game 1 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden on Monday, starting at 7:30 PM ET on TNT. The over/under for the matchup...

May 06, 2024

NBA Picks

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Predictions, Best Bets and Odds: Western Conference Semifinals Game 2 – Monday, May 6, 2024

The Minnesota Timberwolves bring a 0-1 lead into Game 2 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs. The Nuggets are favored by 5.5 points in the matchup, which airs on TNT at 10:00 PM ET. The matchup has an...

May 06, 2024

Phillies vs. Giants: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch

Alec Bohm and the Philadelphia Phillies (24-11) host Michael Conforto and the San Francisco Giants (15-20) on Monday, with first pitch at 4:05 PM ET, and the Phillies looking for a series sweep.If you're trying to watch this game, keep...

May 05, 2024

How to Watch Rangers vs. Athletics: Live Stream or on TV

In a series opener on Monday, Marcus Semien and the Texas Rangers (19-16) take on Brent Rooker and the Oakland Athletics (17-18), with first pitch scheduled for 9:40 PM ET at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.Find out how to watch the Texas-Oakland...

May 05, 2024

Dodgers vs. Marlins: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch

On Monday, Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers (23-13) begin a series versus Bryan De La Cruz and the Miami Marlins (10-26) at Dodger Stadium, with first pitch scheduled for 10:10 PM ET.Keep reading to find out all the...

May 05, 2024

Kansas City Royals vs. Milwaukee Brewers Series May 6-8: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

A three-game series featuring the Kansas City Royals and the visiting Milwaukee Brewers will begin on Monday, May 6 at 7:40 PM ET.Royals vs. Brewers Series Info Brewers @ Royals Time: Monday, May 6 at 7:40 PM ET Royals Starting...

May 05, 2024

Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres Series May 6-8: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

A three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and the visiting San Diego Padres will start on Monday, May 6 at 7:40 PM ET.Cubs vs. Padres Series Info Padres @ Cubs Time: Monday, May 6 at 7:40 PM ET Cubs Starting...

May 05, 2024

St. Louis Cardinals vs. New York Mets Series May 6-8: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

The St. Louis Cardinals are hosting the New York Mets for a three-game series, with the first matchup getting underway at 7:45 PM ET on Monday, May 6.Cardinals vs. Mets Series Info Mets @ Cardinals Time: Monday, May 6 at...

May 05, 2024

Oakland Athletics vs. Texas Rangers Series May 6-8: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

The Texas Rangers are on the road, beginning a four-game set versus the Oakland Athletics on Monday, May 6 at 9:40 PM ET.Athletics vs. Rangers Series Info Rangers @ Athletics Time: Monday, May 6 at 9:40 PM ET Athletics Starting...