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Blackhawks’ rebuild timeline: An updated look at what the next three years could bring

It’s clear at this point what the Hawks’ 2023-24 season is, but things will start changing this summer and into 2024-25, the following summer and beyond.

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Blackhawks fall to Oilers despite strong defensive effort

Alex Vlasic, Jason Dickinson and the rest of the defense largely held the Oilers in check Tuesday, but Connor McDavid broke loose one time to score the decisive goal in the Hawks’ 2-1 loss.

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Breaking down Alex Vlasic’s impressive Blackhawks season so far: ‘He has raised the ceiling’

Vlasic’s ability to break up plays in the defensive zone has been excellent as expected, but his ability to move the puck afterward and exit the defensive zone — in Victor Hedman-esque form — has also been surprisingly impressive.

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Petr Mrazek’s steadiness is valuable for Blackhawks’ defensemen

The veteran goaltender has been a model of consistency for the Hawks this season amid a frustrating season filled with offensive inconsistencies, injuries and growing pains.

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Alex Vlasic is back, but Blackhawks’ injury woes aren’t finished

While the Hawks got good news on Vlasic and Tyler Johnson, the roster is far from complete as Seth Jones, Joey Anderson and Andreas Athanasiou remain out of the lineup.

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Blackhawks add Joey Anderson to lengthy injury list in loss to Canucks

Hawks players have dropped like flies recently, after avoiding a Connor Murphy injury scare Sunday, the Hawks ended up losing Anderson instead in their 4-3 defeat. Connor Bedard received a season-high 23:16 of ice time while double-shifting for him.

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Blackhawks supporting Kevin Korchinski after attending his father’s funeral

The Hawks flew through Saskatoon on Friday so the entire team could support Korchinski, their 19-year-old rookie defenseman, at the funeral of his father, Larry. “We’re ready to help him out when he gets back [to Chicago],” coach Luke Richardson said.

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Blackhawks notes: Jason Dickinson’s leadership recognized with ‘A’ during Seth Jones’ absence

Dickinson operated as an alternate captain Tuesday against the Oilers and again Thursday against the Kraken. Seth Jones’ injury has led to a bigger workload for Alex Vlasic, too.

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Seth Jones’ injury, Kevin Korchinski’s absence leaves Blackhawks with skeleton defense

Jones did not travel with the Hawks on their trip to Edmonton and Seattle after suffering an upper-body injury Sunday. Without him, the Hawks’ defensive corps are direly shorthanded.

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Petr Mrazek stifles Blues, helping Blackhawks finally win consecutive games

Mrazek’s fantastic week of goaltending culminated in a 38-save effort Saturday, coming within a few minutes of a second straight shutout, as the Hawks beat the Blues 3-1.

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Blackhawks’ offense remains toothless in trip-ending loss to Wild

The Hawks’ 4-1 defeat Sunday concluded a three-game road trip in which they didn’t score a single goal when Connor Bedard wasn’t on the ice.

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Blackhawks addressing defensive weakness leading to back-door goals against

After the Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs exploited the Hawks’ inability to defend back-door tap-ins last week, the Hawks talked about boxing out better and preventing passing lanes from opening up.

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Blackhawks’ Alex Vlasic achieving NHL dream not far from where he dreamed it

The 22-year-old defenseman, who grew up in suburban Wilmette, appears destined to become just the fifth Illinois native ever to get drafted by the Hawks and go on to play at least 100 games with the organization. “[I’m] really never homesick,” he said.

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Inside Kevin Dean’s approach to coaching the Blackhawks’ three rookie defensemen

Dean, the Hawks’ assistant coach and de facto defensive coordinator, has his hands full with Kevin Korchinski, Alex Vlasic and Wyatt Kaiser. His direct feedback and high standards have helped all three find their footing in the NHL.

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Blackhawks’ defensemen unable to break goal-scoring hex in loss to Devils

The Hawks missed another chance Sunday to win consecutive games for the first time this season, falling 4-2. They also remain tied for last in the NHL with only one total goal from defensemen.

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Taylor Hall scores in return as Blackhawks beat Panthers

Hall, back for good from his shoulder injury, scored his first goal as a Hawk to cap an explosive first period. Goalie Petr Mrazek then helped the Hawks protect that lead en route to a 5-2 victory.

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Blackhawks rookie Kevin Korchinski’s play justifies starting entry-level contract

Korchinski is expected to play his 10th game of the season Saturday against the Panthers, which will activate the first year of his contract.

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Alex Vlasic’s impressive start to season interrupted by concussion

The 22-year-old defenseman was injured by the Knights’ Brett Howden on Friday. It’s especially poor timing, considering how well he played in the Hawks’ first eight games.

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Blackhawks hope feisty practice Thursday leads to higher in-game intensity

A no-hard-feelings battle between Wyatt Kaiser and Connor Bedard exemplified the kind of scrappiness that Luke Richardson wants to see within the Hawks more often moving forward.

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How Blackhawks defensemen work on moving puck safely, quickly in transition

Luke Richardson has emphasized a few key points about passes exiting the defensive zone: know the play you’re going to make, stay on your forehand and make it quickly.

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Five takeaways from Blackhawks’ first five games

The Hawks’ ugly loss Thursday ended their opening road trip on a sour note, but they still exceeded expectations by winning two games on it. Here’s what we learned from the the team’s mixed bag of results.

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Blackhawks answer challenge with impressive win over Maple Leafs

The Hawks played a “complete game” in a 4-1 victory Monday. From Arvid Soderblom to Alex Vlasic to Andreas Athanasiou, there were bright spots everywhere.

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Blackhawks notes: Taylor Hall injured, ruled week-to-week after hit by Brandon Carlo

In his first game against his former Bruins team, Hall suffered an upper-body injury in the second period that will cost him some time. Coach Luke Richardson criticized the hit by Carlo, which was borderline interference.

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Connor Bedard ignites Blackhawks’ rally in opening-night win over Penguins

Bedard’s first career point in his first career game — an assist on Ryan Donato’s second-period goal — propelled the Hawks to a 4-2 victory in Pittsburgh.

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How Blackhawks veterans plan to aid young players’ development processes

As the Hawks embrace the arduous journey back to contention, their veterans will be important in restoring the winning habits needed to return to relevance.

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