It's Time For A Blackhawks Check Up

We’re going right into the swing of things this week. I have a couple of goodies for you today.

And remember, let’s temper expectations. This Substack thing is only going as far as my motivation is. I seem to always hit a wall with this website.

First, let’s check in with how the Blackhawks are looking at the halfway point.

Blackhawks Midseason Check-In: Progress, Context, and Lingering Questions

The standings and the underlying numbers point to an improved Blackhawks team, which is true. However, I do have my concerns. And concerns are just that. Nothing more. I mean, if I thought this rebuild was going completely fine… I would be delusional, right?

Hawks Reddit seems to believe otherwise.

I also covered some news that’s been going on over on West Madison.

Blackhawks Notebook: Connor Bedard Skates in Non-Contact Jersey as Return Nears

You can read the details in the link above, but below are the bullet points:

• Lines from morning skate
• Connor Bedard skated with the Blackhawks in practice in a non-contact jersey
• Anton Frondell won gold with Team Sweden
• Former Blackhawks GM and coach Bob Pulford passed away at 89

The Hawks play hockey tomorrow at 8:30 p.m. CT as they host the St. Louis Blues. I may or may not remind you.

Also, if interest ever picks up, I’m open to reopening the game threads that I did briefly here.