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Chicago Blackhawks won’t wear Pride Night warmup jerseys, citing concerns for Russian players. One LGBTQ+ advocate says to look at the big picture.

The Chicago Blackhawks won’t have players wear gay-pride-related warmup jerseys for Sunday’s Pride Night celebration before a home game against the Vancouver Canucks, citing security concerns for Russian players.

Chicago Tribune · Mar 23, 2023

Blackhawks will not wear Pride jerseys for Sunday’s Pride Night due to safety concerns for Russian players

The Hawks have three players born or with family in Russia, where a law was passed in December banning “gay propaganda.” Conversations with security officials prompted an organizational decision to scrap the jersey plans, per sources.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 22, 2023

Alex Ovechkin surpasses Wayne Gretzky to set new NHL record in 13-goal thriller

Wayne Gretzky's legendary record of 40 or more goals in 12 seasons has been beaten, as Alex Ovechkin netted his 40th of the campaign for the 13th time on Tuesday night

Daily Mirror · Mar 22, 2023

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Breaks NHL Record for 40-Goal Seasons

He stole the crown from Wayne Gretzky with his latest tally.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 22, 2023

Fanatics will soon produce the NHL’s on-ice jerseys and hockey fans are so disappointed

Hockey fans are not happy with the NHL's Fanatics partnership.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 21, 2023

Penguins befuddled by journeyman Senators netminder in tight loss to Ottawa

PITTSBURGH — Dominik Hasek wasn’t in net for the Senators Monday evening, but he may as well have been.

Tribune News Service · Mar 21, 2023

Blues shut out Jets for fourth win in last six games

ST. LOUIS — The Blues might as well be an expiration date, because they’re spoiling things.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Mar 20, 2023

Blackhawks hope power play’s improvement against Coyotes sparks better stretch run

Caleb Jones scored and the Hawks’ power-play units produced a season-high 21 shots Saturday. Considering their 11.6% conversion rate since Dec. 4 ranks last in the NHL, they need that to build momentum.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 19, 2023

Blackhawks struck by ‘different vibe’ at Coyotes’ tiny Mullett Arena

After visiting Feb. 28 and returning Saturday, the Hawks understand why the Coyotes’ and Arizona State’s new shared home — with a capacity of just 4,600 fans — has been such a hot discussion topic around the NHL.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 19, 2023

Steve Yzerman's boyhood hero Bryan Trottier writes book on leadership, winning hockey

DETROIT — When Steve Yzerman passed Bryan Trottier for 10th place on the NHL all-time scoring list on Nov. 11, 1998, the Detroit Red Wings' captain let everyone know what he thought of the New York Islanders' captain.

Tribune News Service · Mar 19, 2023