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Blackhawks instruct Connor Bedard, Patrick Kane not to ‘cheat’ after first game together

Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill had a reminder for Patrick Kane and Connor Bedard after their first game playing together. It didn’t take long for Connor Bedard and Patrick Kane to make an impact on the Chicago Blackhawks . In their first time playing together on the same line, they made plays all night long and helped the Hawks snap a losing streak in the 2026-27 NHL season. Still, after the win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, head coach Jeff Blahill reminded his star duo not...

The highs and lows of young goalies (and other quick Penguins thoughts)

I am not going to say the Pittsburgh Penguins played a perfectly clean, crisp game on Tuesday night against the Chicago Blackhawks. Because they didn’t. They were sloppy at times, some of their puck management and puck support was bad, and they did not capitalize on enough opportunities against a Blackhawks team that was, to […]

Wednesday Morning Bag Skate 10-14-26

This is your thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS RECAPS: Blackhawks 5, Penguins 3 ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) Lardis reaches developmental crossroads as Blackhawks send him down to AHL ( Sun-Times ) Stories about Connor Bedard’s possible return ( SCH ) ( Tribune ) ( Athletic ) Why the Blackhawks’ offensive zone struggles go beyond zone exits ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) RECAPS: Hurricanes 5, Blackhawks 2 ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( Athle...

Pens Points: Murashov slips up as Blackhawks win in Bedard’s season debut

Here are your Pens Points for this Wednesday morning… The Pittsburgh Penguins fell 5-3 to the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday despite two goals from Sidney Crosby, including his first of the season. Pittsburgh’s power play went 0-for-4 and has failed to score in its last 16 opportunities over five games. [Recap] Penguins defenseman Kris Letang […]

Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now: Blackhawks 5, Penguins 3

The Chicago Blackhawks bounced back after surrendering a two-goal lead, scoring twice in the final five minutes to secure a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night at the United Center. The Blackhawks wasted little time getting on the board, opening the scoring just 28 seconds into the first period. Tyler Bertuzzi forced a turnover in the corner before Anton Frondell set up Teuvo Teravainen for a one-timer as he cut across the slot, giving Chicago an early 1-0 lead. C...

Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard opens up on former No. 1 pick’s major impact on him

Connor Bedard has had plenty of voices in his ear since the Chicago Blackhawks made him the face of the franchise, but few understood his situation quite like Taylor Hall. Hall, the first overall pick by the Edmonton Oilers in 2010, joined the Blackhawks in a trade from the Boston Bruins in June 2023, the […] The post Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard opens up on former No. 1 pick’s major impact on him appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Murashov allows Blackhawks a lousy winner

Everyone's got every reason to believe in Sergei Murashov's future with the Penguins, but this Tuesday night at the United Center brought a softer-than-soft game-winning goal by the Blackhawks' Teuvo Teräväinen and a painful reminder that all progress isn't linear.

Penguins/Blackhawks Recap: Crosby scores twice but power play rotten in 5-3 loss

Pregame Andrei Kuzmenko returns and Sergei Murashov gets the start for the Penguins. Chicago is happy to welcome their new captain, Conor Bedard, for his first game of the season tonight against the Penguins. First period Chicago scores right out the gates 28 seconds in. Declan Carlile gets pressured and passes the puck to the […]

Sidney Crosby avoids unwanted record with goal in Penguins-Blackhawks clash

The drought is finally over for Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby. The future Hockey Hall of Famer lit the lamp for the first time in the 2026-27 NHL season during Tuesday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago. The 39-year-old Crosby tied the score at 1-1 with a wrist shot […] The post Sidney Crosby avoids unwanted record with goal in Penguins-Blackhawks clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why isn’t Frank Nazar playing today, Oct. 13, for Blackhawks vs Penguins in 2026-27 NHL season?

The Chicago Blackhawks take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026-27 NHL season, but they are without Frank Nazar in their lineup. Fans tuning in to the Chicago Blackhawks ‘ home game against the Pittsburgh Penguins can’t help but notice that Frank Nazar is nowhere to be found at the United Center. The young star’s absence is the result of a disciplinary decision by the NHL and its Department of Player Safety. On the bright side, however, Connor Bedard is playing against the Penguins , maki...

Is Connor Bedard playing today, Oct. 13, for Blackhawks vs Penguins in 2026-27 NHL season?

As the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins meet in Windy City in the 2026-27 NHL season, fans wonder if Connor Bedard will make his season debut. Having been sidelined for the start of the 2026-27 NHL season, Connor Bedard will make his long-awaited return for the Chicago Blackhawks against Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins . “As we sit here right now, I have [Bedard] in our lineup tonight ,” head coach Jeff Blashill hinted after morning skate. It’s finally official. The ...