Game Recaps
Three Sustains from the Blackhawks' 4-3 Loss to Buffalo
Despite an 0-3 start, Chicago showed encouraging progress against Buffalo. I analyze F3 responsibility, Levshunov's entries, and Anton Frondell's 2-point game.
Steve Kwiatkowski
Steve Kwiatkowski has been writing about the Chicago Blackhawks since 2023 for his blog, Eat The Hatchet, and also writes for Second City Hockey. Born and raised in Chicago, Steve now lives in California after serving 12 years in the Marine Corps.
Steve's Notebook
Steve's Notebook: The Chicago Blackhawks and Early Doubts
The Blackhawks can't connect passes or break out cleanly. We look at video clips, underlying metrics, and big questions facing the coaching staff after two games.
Game Previews
Blackhawks at Mammoth: Forecheck Systems and F3 Execution
After struggling against Vegas, the Blackhawks face Utah with a chance to reset. A tactical look at Utah's aggressive 1-2-2 and how Chicago can generate more offense.
Game Recaps
Game Recap: Golden Knights 5 — Blackhawks 2
Three takeaways from last night's Chicago Blackhawks loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.
Steve's Notebook
Steve's Notebook: Season Opener Thoughts
Thoughts on the Chicago Blackhawks lineup ahead of the season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Analysis
Four Key Takeaways & Tactical Questions From the Blackhawks Preseason
Four key takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks split preseason. From the forecheck to Korchinski's improved play.
Analysis
Can Connor Bedard Hit a 100-Point Pace in 2026-27?
Analyzing Connor Bedard's offensive impact and potential for a 100+ point pace season.
Steve's Notebook
Chicago Beats Minnesota 4-3 in overtime, thanks to a Byram hat trick
Bowen Byram scored a hat trick in the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 overtime preseason win against the Minnesota Wild.
Analysis
Assessing the Blackhawks Prospect Pipeline
A dive into the Chicago Blackhawks prospect pipeline.
News Bites
Blackhawks Sign Ethan Del Mastro to Two Year Deal
Chicago Blackhawks sign their final RFA in Ethan Del Mastro ahead of training camp.
Steve's Notebook
Connor Bedard Named Captain
Connor Bedard is named the 37th captain of the Chicago Blackhawks.
Analysis
Examining the Chicago Blackhawks Offense
Comparing last season’s Chicago Blackhawks offense to what lays ahead in 2026-27.