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Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill looks on from behind the bench against the Sharks on April 15, 2026, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

2026-27 NHL schedule: 8 Chicago Blackhawks games to watch, including a 9th straight opener on the road

July 16, 2026 at 7:35 p.m.

How will the Chicago Blackhawks perform in the first month without star Connor Bedard? What former Hawks will visit the United Center? Here are eight games to watch in 2026-27.

Golden Knights forward Cole Smith warms up before Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Hurricanes on June 6, 2026, in Las Vegas. (Bruce Bennett/Getty)

For Chicago Blackhawks signees Cole Smith and Ian Cole, joining a team ‘on the rise’ was a draw

July 15, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Veteran free-agent signees Cole Smith and Ian Cole might not be needle movers, but the Chicago Blackhawks believe they'll provide “a steadying influence."

Blackhawks players Ashton Cumby, from left, Marek Vanacker, Václav Nestrašil and Sacha Boisvert prepare for practice June 30, 2026, during development camp at the Blackhawks Ice Center. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Chicago Blackhawks: Checking in with Sacha Boisvert and other 2023-24 draft picks after development camp

July 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks' draft classes of 2024 and 2023 are looking to net main roster spots in the near future.

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard plays against the Mammoth on March, 9, 2026, at the United Center. (Josh Boland/baiduhai)

Connor Bedard will be out 4 months after the Chicago Blackhawks star has left shoulder surgery

July 8, 2026 at 6:38 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without star center Connor Bedard for at least the first month of the regular season after he underwent surgery on his left shoulder.

Blackhawks goaltender Drew Commesso stops a shot in the second period against the Capitals on Jan. 9, 2026, at the United Center. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Blackhawks in NHL free agency: Goalie prospect Drew Commesso signs a 2-year deal

July 6, 2026 at 6:28 p.m.

NHL free agency has begun. The Chicago Blackhawks are looking to add players and reshape their roster amid heightened pressure to win in 2026-27.

Mammoth defenseman Ian Cole celebrates his goal during Game 4 of a first-round playoff series against the Golden Knights on April 27, 2026, in Salt Lake City. (Alex Goodlett/Getty)

4 things we heard from the Chicago Blackhawks GM, including catching Coles and Connor Bedard’s potential wings

July 2, 2026 at 5:56 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks signed two players in NHL free agency Wednesday. What are general manager Kyle Davidson's next steps for the team?

Sabres' Bowen Byram scores against the Canadiens during the second period of a second-round playoff game on May 6, 2026, in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Rebecca Villagracia/Getty Images)

Bowen Byram signs 6-year, $75M extension with Chicago Blackhawks that makes him NHL’s highest-paid defenseman

July 1, 2026 at 4:48 p.m.

Bowen Byram signed a six-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday. The contract kicks in for 2027-28 and would make him the NHL's highest-paid defenseman.

Blackhawks prospects practice June 30, 2026, during development camp at the Blackhawks Ice Center. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Checking in on the Chicago Blackhawks’ 2025 draft picks at development camp — and their next steps

June 30, 2026 at 6:15 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks' 2025 draft class took the ice on Tuesday, the first steps of a busy few months for the players.

Chicago Blackhawks draft pick Xavier Villeneuve answers questions during a press conference at Blackhawks Ice Center on June 29, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Chicago Blackhawks’ 2nd-rounders Xavier Villeneuve and Ryan Roobroeck arrive for camp: ‘It’s a sick city’

June 29, 2026 at 6:46 p.m.

The Blackhawks 2026 development camp began on Monday, with many players experiencing the city of Chicago for the first time before donning their practice jerseys.

Ryan Roobroeck, left, and Xavier Villeneuve pose for a portrait after the Blackhawks selected them in the second round of the NHL draft on June 27, 2026, in Buffalo, NY. (Joe Hrycych/Getty)

Who did the Chicago Blackhawks select in the 2026 NHL draft? Meet the 5-player class.

June 27, 2026 at 5:07 p.m.

After a busy week that included trading the No. 4 pick, the Chicago Blackhawks ended up with five Day 2 selections in the NHL draft. Here’s a closer look at...

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