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Posts tagged "Brian Campbell"

As Bolland goes, so go the Hawks?

Much has been made about the impact Brian Campbell’s absence has had on the Blackhawks during this young season. He eats big minutes, moves the puck, and skates through opponents’ neutral zone traps better than any other defenseman on the roster. While the Hawks certainly miss Campbell, are they missing production from somebody IN the... Read more »
By John Talarico,
October 24, 2010 at 9:40 pm
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Reality check: Sloppy, injured, out-of-sync Hawks are 3-2-1

There have been glaring weaknesses in this new Blackhawks team through six games.  The defense has been suspect, opponent shots on goal totals have been way too high, and too few players have developed any type of chemistry or consistency. Individually, there have been a few disappointing moments: New goaltender Marty Turco hasn’t been on... Read more »
By John Talarico,
October 17, 2010 at 8:34 pm
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Morin sent to Rockford; Opening night roster coming into focus

The Blackhawks made a relatively surprising move earlier today by sending prospect Jeremy Morin to Rockford. Morin will start the season there but is likely the first option to be called up if needed. The underlying reason for sending him down, as usual, is the salary cap. With Nick Leddy on the roster to fill... Read more »
By John Talarico,
October 4, 2010 at 8:22 pm
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New-look Hawks should be even better defensively

Just when you thought this summer was full of bad news, here’s something positive.  Last season, the Blackhawks won games because of three things: Timely scoring, puck possession, and good defense.  After this summer’s exodus of players, it’s hard to predict if all three of those components will click on all cylinders right away.  The... Read more »
By John Talarico,
August 11, 2010 at 1:20 pm
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A Niemi-included Blackhawks roster that fits under the salary cap

After hearing Antti Niemi’s agent Billy Zito talk on AM 1000 this morning, it is clearer than ever that signing Niemi for under 3 million dollars is a fantasy. Realistically, the asking price is probably closer to 4 million. It is assumed that the Hawks can’t afford Niemi at that price without moving Patrick Sharp... Read more »
By John Talarico,
July 15, 2010 at 2:02 pm
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Hawks match Hjalmarsson offer sheet but still have work to do

At the conclusion of Prospect Camp this afternoon, Stan Bowman made an announcement that Blackhawks fans had been wanting to hear: Niklas Hjalmarsson isn’t going anywhere. Bowman admitted that the Sharks’ 4 year, 14 million dollar offer sheet was “unexpected”, but judging by the interview, the Hawks’ brass never had any doubts about matching it. ... Read more »
By John Talarico,
July 12, 2010 at 6:54 pm
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Draft day could be busy for Hawks despite having 30th pick

Many Hawks fans will view this year’s draft as an afterthought considering the Hawks aren’t scheduled to pick until #30, but that is the wrong line of thinking. Just because the Hawks are positioned to pick at #30 does not mean it will stay that way.  It’s no secret that the Hawks need to make... Read more »
By John Talarico,
June 15, 2010 at 7:12 pm
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Marian Hossa trade rumor: Truth or nonsense?

No more than two days after the victory parade, the rumors are already swirling for the Blackhawks. TSN’s Bob McKenzie, one of the most knowledgeable and trustworthy hockey writers in North America, said Sunday that Kris Versteeg, Cristobal Huet, Brent Sopel, and Brian Campbell are on the trading block. Considering Huet’s contract, it’s unlikely he’ll... Read more »
By John Talarico,
June 13, 2010 at 8:21 pm
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Hawks vs. Sharks: Western Conference Finals Preview and Schedule

So much for Olympic fatigue.   The two teams with the largest presence in the Vancouver Olympics have overcome tired legs and close calls in the first two rounds to meet in the Western Conference Finals.    The Sharks were pushed to the limit on numerous occasions in the first round against Colorado, and we... Read more »
By John Talarico,
May 14, 2010 at 11:32 pm
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Enjoy Byfuglien's ass, Roberto

Let’s head down memory lane for a minute to last Spring. The Blackhawks had disposed of Calgary in the first round of the playoffs, and moved on to face the Vancouver Canucks, a better and healthier team than the Flames. Taking the Hawks’ youth and inexperience into account, many fans were satisfied with the first... Read more »
By John Talarico,
April 28, 2010 at 5:31 pm
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