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Shaw returns for Blackhawks, and right in time

Shaw returns for Blackhawks, and right in time
Tonight, Andrew Shaw returns to the Blackhawks’ lineup for the first time since Game 2.  He collided with Phoenix goaltender Mike Smith in the second period.  For his actions, he was suspended for three games…missing Games 3, 4, and 5. So what does Shaw’s return mean for the Hawks? While Shaw will never be confused... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 23, 2012 at 4:29 pm
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Need a laugh? NHL violence meets Taiwanese animation

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Last night was a rough night, for all of us.  We all need a laugh. Here’s a Taiwanese animation take on NHL violence and the Marian Hossa / Raffi Torres situation.
By Jay Zawaski,
April 20, 2012 at 10:53 am
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Retaliation is not the answer for 'Hawks

Retaliation is not the answer for 'Hawks
Hawks nation is angry.  (Most of) the hockey world is angry.  Today on the 670 the Score, the common theme of the callers was “revenge.”  What Raffi Torres did is inexcusable…especially for a guy with such a record of dirty play and outright disregard for his opponents or their well being.  He’s a bad guy... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 18, 2012 at 4:57 pm
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Torres suspended indefinitely, hearing Friday

Torres suspended indefinitely, hearing Friday
Just crossed from NHL.com Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres has been suspended indefinitely, pending an in-person hearing Friday, April 20, the National Hockey League’s Department of Player Safety announced today. The hearing, which had been planned for today, was deferred at the request of the player and the National Hockey League Players’ Association. The hearing will be convened... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 18, 2012 at 12:38 pm
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Shaw suspended three games by Shanahan, NHL

Shaw suspended three games by Shanahan, NHL
After 24 hours of waiting, Andrew Shaw finally learned his fate.  Brendan Shanahan, the NHL’s Senior VP of Player Safety and Hockey Operations, announced a three game suspension for the ‘Hawks’ winger, following his hit on Phoenix goaltender Mike Smith. If you feel the suspension is excessive, you certainly aren’t alone.  Most observers agree that... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 17, 2012 at 3:13 pm
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Despite dramatic win, problems remain for Blackhawks

Despite dramatic win, problems remain for Blackhawks
I’m not trying to pee in your morning corn flakes.  Saturday night’s Blackhawk win was as exciting and memorable as any in recent memory.  Brent Seabrook’s game tier and Bryan Bickell’s OT winner will be fond memories for Hawks fans for years…especially if they go on to win this series, but we were all 5.5... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 15, 2012 at 10:22 am
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Alex Burrows is a tool, and other random hockey thoughts

Alex Burrows is a tool, and other random hockey thoughts
“I was saying Boo-itch” Sometimes I forget just how loathsome the Vancouver Canucks are.  Really.  I know I dislike them.  I know you, the reader, dislikes them.  I know every other team in the NHL dislikes them, but I forget sometimes.  Well, no one reminds me of that hatred like Alex Burrows.  You know Burrows…the hair pulling... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
March 22, 2012 at 10:29 am
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Blackhawks ink Carcillo to multi year deal

Blackhawks ink Carcillo to multi year deal
Monday morning, the Blackhawks announced the have signed Daniel Carcillo to a two year contract.  The winger, who is out for the season after knee surgery, was originally signed to a one year deal this past July.  The new contract will carry a cap hit of $825,000. While this move may be a head scratcher to... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
March 12, 2012 at 8:37 am
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Blackhawks hold the key to breaking slump

Blackhawks hold the key to breaking slump
Well, here we are. After a very solid road game in Nashville, the Blackhawks still came up short, extending their losing streak to nine games. Fans and media alike have been playing the blame game since the stretch reached three.  ”Is it time to make a change at head coach?”  ”Is Stan Bowman in over... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
February 15, 2012 at 9:50 am
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Crawford to start Friday in San Jose

Crawford to start Friday in San Jose
Thursday, Blackhawks’ head coach Joel Quenneville announced Corey Crawford will get the start in goal Friday in San Jose. This will be Crawford’s first start since his abysmal start in Edmonton last Thursdsy. Crawford surrendered 5 of Edmonton’s 8 (!) goals that night, and has been watching Ray Emery in the two games since. I... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
February 9, 2012 at 9:25 pm
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