Behind the Scenes at the AV/IT Summit: Pro AV Dazzles at UBS Arena From massive LED displays to projection mapping on the ice, fans at UBS Arena get an experience unlike any other. AVNetwork · Aug 11, 2023
Ranking all 32 NHL team logos, from worst to best: 2023 edition Which logo reigns supreme in the NHL? Let's find out! USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 10, 2023
Blackhawks players, alumni, fans recall Rocky Wirtz’s amicability at public memorial Brent Seabrook, Marian Hossa, Chris Chelios, Pat Foley, Darren Pang and others recounted stories Wednesday at the United Center to eulogize Wirtz, the late Hawks chairman. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023
Remembering Rocky: 900 of Wirtz’s closest friends say goodbye at private memorial A larger, public goodbye is planned for Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz on Wednesday at the United Center. But on Tuesday, it was a love fest of the city’s movers and shakers, remembering their friend with laughter and a few tears. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023
'Don't trial new PC rules in competitions involving 2024 Olympic hopefuls': FIH CHENNAI: Ever since the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has offered all continental and national federations a chance to trial a new set of rules for penalty-corner (PC) set-pieces, the move has led to polarized opinion, largely against bringing any changes to one of the most exciting elements in the sport. The Times of India · Aug 8, 2023
Penguins acquire 3-time Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Erik Karlsson in a trade with the Sharks The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired Erik Karlsson in a blockbuster trade with the San Jose Sharks The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023
Erik Karlsson trade: Who won the Penguins, Sharks and Canadiens deal? Erik Karlsson is on his way to Pittsburgh, so let's grade this trade! USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 6, 2023
Player, coach, umpire: You Hyo-Sik is up for every challenge You Hyo-Sik, a three-time Olympian, decided to take on a bigger challenge by becoming an elite umpire in hockey. He initially took the more traditional route of coaching, but his curiosity and love of travel led him to umpiring. He has had an amazing life, and still keeps in touch… The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023
Ranking the Blackhawks’ top 20 prospects entering the 2023-24 season Connor Bedard is an obvious choice for No. 1, although he won’t be a prospect for long. After him, Kevin Korchinski, Oliver Moore and Frank Nazar headline an increasingly talented list. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 5, 2023
From coal mine to gold mine: Kieran Govers brings golden touch to Malaysia Kieran Govers’ full-time job requires him to spend long hours under the ground. He is a shift superintendent with a coal-mining company in New South Wales. Above the ground, though, Govers knows a thing or two about mining gold. Govers made 126 appearances for the Australia men’s hockey team. He… The Hindu · Aug 2, 2023
Rocky Wirtz built legacy as conductor of Blackhawks’ late-2000s turnaround Wirtz spent 16 years as Hawks chairman before his abrupt death Tuesday, but the decisions he made within his first three years — which changed the Hawks from dysfunctional to dominant — stand out as his finest. Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 29, 2023
Michigan urologist to stand trial on sexual assault charges connected to youth hockey physicals A doctor who authorities say spent two decades providing medical assistance to youth hockey teams in Michigan and Minnesota will stand trial on charges that he sexually assaulted patients The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023
Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz dies at age 70 Rocky Wirtz, who won three Stanley Cup titles as owner of the Chicago Blackhawks and presided over the team during one of the NHL’s biggest scandals, has died The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023
Hockey fans had heartfelt goodbyes for the iconic Patrice Bergeron as he announced his NHL retirement What an emotional day in Boston. USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 25, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 23, 2023 Blackhawks’ Philipp Kurashev awarded new two-year contract by arbitrator Kurashev’s new contract will carry a $2.25 million salary-cap hit, representing a big raise over his $750,000 cap hit last season.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 23, 2023 A tough act to follow but Jonny Caren impressed by potential already had some idea of the size of the task awaiting him as he stepped into his new role as the head coach of the Scottish men’s hockey squad.…
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 22, 2023 Ryan Donato ready to ‘fill whatever role necessary’ with Blackhawks While bouncing from the Bruins to Wild to Sharks to Kraken, Donato has gained a versatility that appealed to the Hawks in free agency this summer. He has maintained steady offensive production, too.
Tribune News Service · Jul 20, 2023 Kraken coach Dave Hakstol ‘grateful for the opportunity’ to keep building after extension Fresh off his new contract extension, Kraken coach Dave Hakstol spoke Thursday about some of the changed, more optimistic outlooks on his team as it prepares for a third season full of heightened expectations.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 20, 2023 Tributes paid after former Glasgow Clan ice hockey player dies in car accident Tributes have been paid to a former Glasgow Clan ice hockey player who has died.
Evening Standard · Jul 20, 2023 British hockey player Mike Hammond dies in car crash ‘Hammy’ was born in Brighton and regularly played for Great Britain at international level, representing the nation at the Ice Hockey World Championships
Tribune News Service · Jul 19, 2023 Kraken coach Dave Hakstol receives contract extension Kraken coach Dave Hakstol certainly enjoyed a swing in his team’s and his own fortunes this past season and on Wednesday was rewarded for it with a two-year contract extension.
Tribune News Service · Jul 19, 2023 Red Wings draft pick Nate Danielson gets Connor Bedard's endorsement DETROIT — The Red Wings were already sold on Nate Danielson, their first-round pick (ninth overall) in last month's NHL entry draft, but the one extra piece of information was nice to hear.
Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2023 Helene Elliott: New King Pierre-Luc Dubois is ready to call L.A. home for a long time New Kings center Pierre-Luc Dubois moved around a lot as a kid. He spent the first year of his life in England, then lived in Germany, Montreal, and in the Quebec cities of Baie-Comeau and Rimouski while his father, Eric, pursued a hockey career that crested short of the NHL.…
Tribune News Service · Jul 16, 2023 Wild, Brandon Duhaime agree on one-year, $1.1 million contract The Wild have one less hole in their lineup to address after re-signing Brandon Duhaime to a one-year, $1.1 million contract and avoiding salary arbitration.
Tribune News Service · Jul 16, 2023 Lightning sign forward Tanner Jeannot to 2-year contract TAMPA, Fla. — The Lightning signed Tanner Jeannot to a two-year contract Saturday, avoiding arbitration with the team’s only restricted free agent.