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Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar and Roman Josi Named Finalists for the Norris Trophy

On Wednesday morning, the NHL announced the three finalists for the Norris Trophy: Vancouver's Quinn Hughes, Nashville's Roman Josi and Colorado's Cale Makar. Quinn's brother, Luke, was named a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy on Tuesday. https://twitter.com/PR_NHL/status/1785685942985970086 First awarded...

May 01, 2024

Roster Construction, Rinzel the Gopher ROY, Two More Teams Golfing, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Let's talk about the future. No, not the 2024 NHL Draft. That's coming; the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery is now six days away and the Blackhawks own the second-best odds of winning it. How the lottery balls fall will make...

May 01, 2024

DUH! Connor Bedard Named a Calder Trophy Finalist

On Tuesday morning, the NHL announced the three finalists for the Calder Memorial Trophy, which is given to the league's rookie of the year. Blackhawks sensation Connor Bedard is among the three players named. Also named: Minnesota defenseman Brock Faber...

Apr 30, 2024

Comparing No. 1s, Mocks, Pick Value, Stamkos’ Future, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Let's jump into a great read from the folks over at The Athletic from Monday. Corey Pronman wrote a fabulous piece in which he asked six NHL scouts to rank the last nine (9) No. 1 overall picks -- and...

Apr 30, 2024

Blackhawks Announce Important Dates: Development Camp, Rookie Camp, 2024 Training Camp

Last week we looked at some key dates on the NHL calendar for Blackhawks fans to circle between now and the start of the 2024-25 season. On Monday afternoon, the Hawks announced three more of their own. Sunday, June 30...

Apr 29, 2024

Seattle Kraken Fire Head Coach Dave Hakstol

Just one season after making the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in franchise history, the Seattle Kraken have fired head coach Dave Hakstol. Hakstol, 55, was the Kraken's head coach since the team's inception in 2021. They finished...

Apr 29, 2024

2024 NHL Mock Draft: Lottery Simulator Fun — Episode One

The 2024 NHL Draft Lottery will take place on May 7, so we have a little more than one week until we know the official order of the top 16 picks in the 2024 NHL Draft. Until then, the Blackhawks...

Apr 30, 2024

Hellebuyck, Bobrovsky, Demko Named Vezina Trophy Finalists

On Monday morning, the NHL announced the three finalists for the Vezina Trophy: Winnipeg's Connor Hellebuyck, Florida's Sergei Bobrovsky and Vancouver's Thatcher Demko. The Chicago Blackhawks did their part in helping two of the three finalists earn their invite to...

Apr 29, 2024

Let’s Have an Honest Talk about the Blackhawks’ Offseason (And What’s Actually Realistic)

We're just getting started in the Blackhawks' offseason, but I think we already need to have a conversation. A frank, real discussion about how and where we place our hopes and, more importantly, how we embrace our reality. Over the...

Apr 29, 2024

Bubbles Needed? Rangers Advance, Draft Help from Florida Tonight, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

I wasn't the only person wondering yesterday if we were nearing the point in time that the NHL and NHLPA had conversations about facial protection. Blackhawks superstar Connor Bedard broke his jaw this season and missed 14 games over six...

Apr 29, 2024

Chicago Cubs

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 1, Mets 0 – May 1, 2024

Okay. Wow. I got out all my thoughts and context of that INSANE final play of the game in a separate post. So please check that out if you're looking for the highlight, the explanation, and the absurdity of how...

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May 01, 2024

How to Watch Astros vs. Guardians: Live Stream or on TV

The Houston Astros (10-19), led by Kyle Tucker and going for a series sweep, host Steven Kwan and the Cleveland Guardians (19-10) at 8:10 PM ET on Thursday.If you're planning on watching this game, keep reading for TV and streaming...

May 01, 2024

Rangers vs. Nationals: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Texas Rangers (16-14), led by Marcus Semien, host C.J. Abrams and the Washington Nationals (14-15) on Thursday at 2:35 PM ET.Keep scrolling to find out all the details on how to watch Texas play Washington live.When is Rangers vs....

May 01, 2024

Red Sox vs. Giants: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Boston Red Sox (18-13), who will give the start to Josh Winckowski, host the San Francisco Giants (14-17) with Kyle Harrison on the hill, Thursday at 1:35 PM ET.If you're intending to watch this game, keep reading for streaming...

May 01, 2024

How to Watch Mets vs. Cubs: Live Stream or on TV

On Thursday, Pete Alonso and the New York Mets (15-15) play Nico Hoerner and the Chicago Cubs (19-12), with first pitch scheduled for 1:10 PM ET at Citi Field.The article below will provide you with everything you need to know...

May 01, 2024

NFL

Los Angeles Chargers 2024 NFL Draft Grade: Lightning Strikes Twice for Chargers Drafting Joe Alt and Ladd McConkey

The 2024 offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers was one of change. A disappointing 2023 season led to a coaching shakeup, with the arrival of the highly-respected Jim Harbaugh. With a talented young quarterback in Justin Herbert already under center,...

Brian Twining

May 01, 2024

Marlins vs. Rockies: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Miami Marlins (8-24), led by Luis Arraez, host Ryan McMahon and the Colorado Rockies (7-23) at 12:10 PM ET on Thursday.If you're trying to watch this game, keep reading for streaming and TV options for the Miami-Colorado matchup.When is...