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Series loss to Phoenix encapsulates 'Hawks season

Series loss to Phoenix encapsulates 'Hawks season
When you look back on it, the 2011-2012 Blackhawks season was a pretty forgettable one.  A terrible powerplay…a slightly less terrible penalty kill…a concussed captain, who was abused in a game vs San Jose while teammates looked on and did nothing…a nine game losing streak…9-2 and 8-4 losses to the Oilers…a front office member on... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 24, 2012 at 10:30 am
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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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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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NHL realignment perfect for fans and rivals

NHL realignment perfect for fans and rivals
Late last night, the NHL’s Board of Directors voted in to action a brand new NHL alignment.  The 30 teams will be divided into four (yet unnamed) conferences. Conference A : Anaheim, Calgary, Colorado, Edmonton, Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Jose, Vancouver Conference B : Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Minnesota, Nashville, St. Louis, Winnipeg Conference C... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
December 6, 2011 at 9:44 am
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Hatred Justified : Vancouver embarasses themselves, "their" game

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Looking back on it, the outcome of the game was wholly predictable.  Most Blackhawk fans (myself included), were rooting for the inevitable implosion of hockey’s most classless team, and once again, it happened.  The Boston Bruins won their first Stanley Cup since 1972, and while they were skating with the Cup, Vancouver fans were taking to the streets.   ... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
June 16, 2011 at 8:22 am
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Just when you start to respect the Canucks, they open their mouths

Last night’s Game 7 in Vancouver may have been the best hockey game I’ve ever watched in terms of drama, excitement and stress.  As much as it pains me to admit, the better team won.  The Canucks took it to the Hawks for much of the series, and probably deserved to win.   Over the... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 27, 2011 at 12:35 pm
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Seabrook out, Bolland in for Game 4 vs Canucks

There’s some good news and some bad news for the Blackhawks as they head into tonight’s Game 4 matchup with the Canucks.  First the bad news…Brent Seabrook, who was the victim of a vicious (and legal…according to the NHL’s thinktank) hit from Vancouver forward Raffi Torres, is out tonight.  One can safely assume he has a... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 19, 2011 at 11:33 am
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Help us Blackhawk core...you're our only hope

In last night’s 4-3 loss to the Vancouver Canucks, the best Blackhawk on the ice wore number 57.  That’s right, Ben Smith, who was playing in his eighth career NHL game, potted two goals…the other went to offensive juggernaut Viktor Stalberg. As if a 2-0 deficit isn’t hard enough to overcome with everyone playing well... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 16, 2011 at 10:53 am
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OK, now it's a must win for the Hawks

Last night’s overtime loss in Montreal will be memorable for a lot of reasons.  It will be memorable for Corey Crawford, who returned home and stood on his head in front of his family and friends.  It will be memorable for PK Subban, who’s overtime winner clinched a playoff spot for the Habs, and it... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
April 6, 2011 at 9:57 am
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Tough offseason could finally be over for Hawk fans

Monday, the Blackhawks officially announced the one year re-signing of defenseman Nick Boynton, likely putting an end to the roller coaster ride that was the 2010 offseason.  The second the Blackhawks lifted the Stanley Cup, everyone knew there would be changes, but no one could have expected this. The combination of salary cap restrictions and... Read more »
By Jay Zawaski,
August 17, 2010 at 8:36 pm
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