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Isaak Phillips one of several bubble decisions Blackhawks must make after preseason finale

Phillips might not make the Hawks’ initial roster, but the prospect defenseman’s solid camp performance means he’ll get opportunities when others get injured as the season progresses. On the forward side, meanwhile, coach Luke Richardson has some tough calls to make.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 7, 2023

Blackhawks’ penalty-kill tactics emphasize aggressiveness within diamond formation

The Hawks’ switch last season from a piston to diamond PK structure was effective. This season, they’ll keep the diamond but be more aggressive at certain moments to create turnovers and clears.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 7, 2023

Blackhawks notes: Jarred Tinordi incorporates more balance-related training

The rugged veteran defenseman did a lot of exercises on BOSU balls and foam rollers this summer, intentionally destabilizing himself to improve his balance. He made his 2023 preseason debut Thursday in the Hawks’ 3-2 shootout loss to the Wild.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 6, 2023

Blackhawks’ Taylor Raddysh faces difficult task of repeating 20-goal breakout

Historically, most non-first-round picks who have broken out for 20 goals in their second NHL seasons — as Raddysh did last year — have not maintained that production in their third seasons. This year, Raddysh will try to break that trend.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 30, 2023

To Kevin Korchinski, there’s nothing better than criticism

The Hawks have been blunt and ceaseless with feedback for Korchinski, their 19-year-old top defensive prospect. Thanks to a positive attitude protecting against discouragement, he has loved that approach.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 29, 2023

Connor Bedard impressive but unsatisfied by two assists in Blackhawks preseason debut

Bedard set up both Hawks goals in a 2-1 overtime win Thursday and more than held his own against the Blues’ top players. But he said he has “a lot better than that” coming soon.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 29, 2023

Blackhawks’ 2023 preseason games will matter significantly more than usual

For young players like Connor Bedard who form the Hawks’ next generation — and who need to quickly accumulate as much NHL experience as possible — there’s actually a lot of anticipation for the preseason, which starts Thursday against the Blues.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 27, 2023

Blackhawks goalie Arvid Soderblom feeling as calm as always about graduating into NHL

Soderblom’s cool, composed confidence — combined with his size and athleticism — has always excited the Hawks. This season, they’ll see how he fares as a full-time NHL goalie at last.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 25, 2023

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.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 25, 2023

Lukas Reichel feels ready for Blackhawks breakout: ‘It’s going to be the year’

After two years of bouncing between the NHL and AHL, Reichel is set to be a full-time center with the Hawks this season. He’ll need to continue improving his defensive and faceoff abilities, but his production late last season — 15 points in 23 games — set an encouraging pace.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 23, 2023