Report: Blackhawks to Sign Defenseman Alec Martinez

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Kyle Davidson Speaks: Blackhawks’ New Depth, Foligno, Prospects, More

Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson spoke with the media on Friday morning for the first time since the completion of the 2024 NHL Draft and his free agent collecting earlier in the week. Here's some of what he spoke about....

Jul 05, 2024

BN Blackhawks Top 25 Prospect Rankings: Post NHL Draft UPDATE

The 2024 NHL Draft is now in the rearview mirror and the Chicago Blackhawks added some new, exciting names to their prospect pool, now is a good time for us to update our prospect rankings for the organization. In the...

Jul 05, 2024

Rinzel’s Path, Greene’s Unfinished Business, Seabrook’s Influence, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Hopefully everyone in Blackhawks nation had a beautiful, safe, festive Fourth of July. My holiday checked all of the boxes, which was awesome. But today, it's back to the office (the rink) for one more day of development camp. Today's...

Jul 05, 2024

Prospects Talk, Foligno Recruits, Kraken Make History, and Other Blackhawks Fourth of July Bullets

Happy Fourth of July, Blackhawks fans. Hopefully there are fireworks in your plans at some point last night, tonight or this weekend. And a barbecue. And a parade. And some other safely executed extracurricular activities. I plan on all of...

Jul 04, 2024

It Sounds Like the Blackhawks Would Like Artyom Levshunov in Rockford This Season

Since the draft -- including their free agency barrage -- there's been a lot of questions about where the Chicago Blackhawks see the No. 2 pick from the 2024 NHL Draft, Artyom Levshunov, playing the coming season. We're slowly starting...

Jul 03, 2024

Foligno’s Want, Levshunov’s Decision, Pipeline Clogged? Pinto Interest? and Other Blackhawks Bullets

The Blackhawks development camp continues this week, and we'll be back at the rink to chat with Rockford IceHogs head coach Anders Sorensen and assistant general manager of player development Mark Eaton later today. We'll see if the Blackhawks have...

Jul 03, 2024

Around the NHL: Busy Blues, Try to Trade Trouba, Changes in Carolina, More

Let's take a quick lap around the NHL and catch up with some more moves and news as free agency and trades continue to take place. We'll start in the Central Division with the Blues, who made some waves on...

Jul 03, 2024

Where Are the Now-Former Blackhawks Playing Next Year?

As free agency slowly winds to a close before the Fourth of July, some folks have asked if/where the now-former Blackhawks have signed. In my Tuesday bullets, I included the first day's results. Here those are again: Taylor Raddysh —...

Jul 02, 2024

The Blackhawks 2024-25 Schedule is OUT! (Let’s Break it Down)

On Tuesday morning, the Chicago Blackhawks released their full regular-season schedule for the 2024-25 season! Here it is: Blackhawks in October The Blackhawks open their season with another four-game road trip, including the first game in the history of the...

Jul 02, 2024

Answers, Questions, Goalies, Prospects, Nashville Goes Big, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

How about that Monday, folks? The Blackhawks got busy in free agency, signing two veteran defensemen, a veteran goalie and (counts on fingers) four new forwards (plus Joey Anderson) to give the team better... well, everything -- but especially depth....

Jul 02, 2024

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Yency Almonte’s Season is Over

Chicago Cubs reliever Yency Almonte was starting to really have the look of a late-inning option for the Cubs, getting back to the significant success he saw in 2020 and 2022. And then his shoulder went boom. Unfortunately, after rest...

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Mets vs. Pirates: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch

The New York Mets (42-43), led by Francisco Lindor, visit Bryan Reynolds and the Pittsburgh Pirates (41-45) on Saturday at 4:05 PM ET.See how to watch the New York-Pittsburgh matchup below.When is Mets vs. Pirates and when does it start?This...

Jul 05, 2024

Nationals vs. Cardinals: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

On Saturday, in a series opener at Nationals Park, MacKenzie Gore takes the mound for the Washington Nationals (41-46) against Lance Lynn and the St. Louis Cardinals (45-41), with first pitch scheduled for 4:05 PM ET.The article below will provide...

Jul 05, 2024

Liberty vs Fever: Best Bets, Player Props & Computer Picks – July 6

Kelsey Mitchell and the Indiana Fever (8-13) take on the New York Liberty (17-3) on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The matchup will start at 1:00 PM ET.If you are trying to gain an edge on Saturday's game,...

Jul 05, 2024

How to Watch 2024 UEFA European Championship Today TV Channel and Live Stream | Saturday, July 6

Want to watch the 2024 UEFA European Championship matches on Saturday? You've come to the right place. Below, we've listed the start times and TV channels for every match.Info on live coverage of today's UEFA Euro action is included for...

Jul 05, 2024

Badosa vs. Vekic Prediction at the Wimbledon – Sunday, July 7

In Wimbledon Round of 16 on Sunday, No. 93-ranked Paula Badosa takes on No. 37 Donna Vekic.Against the underdog Vekic (+120), Badosa is the favorite (-155) to advance.Wimbledon InfoTournament: WimbledonRound: Round of 16Date: Sunday, July 7Venue: AELTC Wimbledon Qualifying and...

Jul 05, 2024

Sun vs. Raducanu Prediction at the Wimbledon – Sunday, July 7

On Sunday, Lulu Sun (No. 123 in the world) takes on Emma Raducanu (No. 135) in the Round of 16 of Wimbledon.Raducanu has -714 odds to secure a win versus Sun (+450).Wimbledon InfoTournament: WimbledonRound: Round of 16Date: Sunday, July 7Venue:...

Jul 05, 2024

Navarro vs. Gauff Prediction at the Wimbledon – Sunday, July 7

In Wimbledon Round of 16 on Sunday, we have a matchup of No. 2-ranked Coco Gauff against No. 17 Emma Navarro.In this matchup against Navarro (+270), Gauff is favored to win with -375 odds.Wimbledon InfoTournament: WimbledonRound: Round of 16Date: Sunday,...

Jul 05, 2024

New York Liberty vs. Indiana Fever: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Indiana Fever (8-13) will host the New York Liberty (17-3) after winning four home games in a row. The matchup starts at 1:00 PM ET on Saturday, July 6, 2024.Watch the WNBA all season long on Fubo!How to Watch...

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Where to Watch England vs. Switzerland: UEFA European Championship 2024 TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream

In the 2024 UEFA European Championship quarterfinal at 12:00 PM ET on July 6, England is taking on Switzerland at Merkur Spiel-Arena. England took down Slovakia in its last game, while Switzerland took home the victory against Italy.The match featuring...