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NHL Insider Adds More To Blackhawks Trade Buzz, Blashill Remaining Coach
On the latest 32 Thoughts podcast, NHL insiders Elliotte Friedman and Kyle Bukauskas dissect the Chicago Blackhawks' woeful 4‑13‑1 start, highlighted by a 9‑2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes that extended their skid to six games. Friedman says GM Kyle Davidson is actively exploring trade options, willing to part with 2027 late first‑round picks from Edmonton and Florida, as well as veterans Jordan Greenway and Teuvo Teravainen, to secure offensive help. Interest has been shown in prospects and centering talent, with the Flyers eyeing Frank Nazar and Oliver. Friedman cautions that offloading young assets could backfire, but the desperate Blackhawks are weighing every move.
CHN Daily: Soderblom Clears; Blackhawks Tweaks; McDavid Extends Streak
The Chicago Blackhawks stay the course despite a 4-13-1 start, with head coach Jeff Blashill keeping the staff and GM Kyle Davidson retaining control. Monday’s first practice after a 0-3 road trip brings only minor tweaks, emphasizing defense but no system overhaul. Defenseman Arvid Soderblom clears waivers and heads to the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs, while Bowen Byram visits a specialist per his agent’s request. Patrick Kane lands on injured reserve, creating a backup spot that goaltender Drew Commando eagerly fills. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid extends his season‑opening point streak to 19 games, the fourth‑longest in NHL history, after scoring in Edmonton’s 3‑1 win over the Rangers. The Daily also notes roster moves and line adjustments for Chicago.
Blackhawks Practice: Knight’s Blunt Comments, Belief in System Remains, Added Emphasis
After a 4-13-1 start to the 2026-27 season and a 9-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, the Chicago Blackhawks hold a Monday practice focused on tweaks—not overhauls—to Jeff Blashill’s system. The coaching staff remains intact, but Blashill emphasizes tighter body‑on‑body defending, better defensive‑zone tracking, net‑front coverage, and adjustments to the 2‑1‑2 forecheck to curb the league‑worst 2‑on‑1 rushes. He says players still believe in the current scheme despite its poor execution, and the upcoming Thursday game against Buffalo will test whether these minor changes stick. Goaltender Spencer Knight also weighed in on recent roster moves, adding his perspective to the team’s rebuilding effort.
CHN Daily: Soderblom Replaced, Blashill Safe For Now, Devils Cowardly Move
The Chicago Blackhawks are gearing up for changes after a 4‑13‑1 start and a 9‑2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. GM Kyle Davidson will address the slump on Wednesday, but head coach Jeff Blashill and his staff remain safe for now. The first roster move places backup goalie Arvid Soderblom on waivers, promoting 2020 second‑round pick Drew Commesso to No. 2 behind Spencer Knight, while Patrick Kane lands on injured reserve for roster purposes. Meanwhile, defenseman Wyatt Kaiser ties a franchise‑worst –17 plus‑minus mark in 18 games. Across the league, Cutter Gauthier nets his third hat trick in five games, the Devils sit out Connor Hellebuyck in Winnipeg, and Jordan Binnington resurfaces on trade rumors.
Blackhawks Recall New Backup From Rockford, Kane Lands On Injured Reserve
The Chicago Blackhawks recall 24‑year‑old goalie Drew Commesso from the AHL's Rockford IceHogs, creating a new No. 2 backup behind Spencer Knight after waiving Arvid Soderblom. Commesso, a 2020 second‑round pick who posted a 2‑1‑0 record and a .918 save percentage in three NHL games last season, signs a two‑year extension and finally gets a full‑time roster spot. To make room, the club places Patrick Kane on injured reserve (upper‑body) retroactive to Nov. 2, though he remains eligible to return as soon as Thursday versus Buffalo. Kane’s IR move is a roster formality, not a major injury concern.
Blackhawks Sticking With Blashill & Staff Despite Disastrous Start
Chicago Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson will address the media Wednesday but isn’t expected to announce any coaching changes despite a disastrous 4-13-1 start to the 2026-27 season. Jeff Blashill stays as head coach along with assistants Anders Sorensen, Michael Peca and Mike Vellucci, even as the team endures a six‑game losing streak, the NHL’s second‑worst points percentage and bottom‑ranked offense, defense and shot metrics. The Hawks were thumped 9-2 by the Carolina Hurricanes, extending a nine‑game road skid. Meanwhile, backup goalie Arvid Soderblom is placed on waivers and Drew Commesso is recalled as the new No. 2 netminder.
Blackhawks First Domino Falls With Soderblom Placed On Waivers
The Chicago Blackhawks place backup goalie Arvid Soderblom on waivers after a 0-3-0 road trip, exposing his $2.75 million cap hit to all 31 NHL teams. If unclaimed, he will be sent to the AHL's Rockford IceHogs, opening the backup role for 24‑year‑old Drew Commesso, who earned a two‑year extension after a solid stint with the IceHogs and brief Blackhawks appearances (2‑1‑0, .918 SV%). Soderblom’s early‑season stats (0‑3‑1, .842 SV%, –6.1 GAA) rank him among the league’s worst, prompting Chicago to relieve starter Spencer Knight of heavy workload. The move will be confirmed Monday.
Hawks Hits: Players-Only Meeting, Blashill Not Concerned Over Job Security
The Chicago Blackhawks endure a disastrous week, dropping six straight games and being outscored 23-8, highlighted by a 9-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Injuries to Patrick Kane and Bowen Byram compound the woes as the team sits last in most offensive and defensive categories, with a league‑worst –37 goal differential. Coach Jeff Blashill faces mounting criticism, though he downplays job‑security concerns, citing trust with players and management. A first‑ever players‑only meeting follows the Carolina debacle, and General Manager Kyle Davidson is rumored to be active on the trade market as the Hawks confront a brutal schedule against multiple recent Stanley Cup champions.
Report: Blackhawks “Very Active” On Trade Market, New Update on Byram
The Chicago Blackhawks have become "very active" on the trade market after a 9-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes and a 0-3 road trip left them 4-13-1, 15th in the West. GM Kyle Davidson is reportedly willing to part with 2027 late first‑round picks and veterans Jordan Greenway and Teuvo Teravainen, while other teams have shown interest in prospects Frank Nazar and Oliver Moore. Meanwhile, defenseman Bowen Byram remains out with an undisclosed upper‑body injury, missing his last 11 games despite brief practice appearances. With a home stand against the Buffalo Sabres looming, Chicago faces crucial roster decisions amid its rebuild.
Blackhawks Embarrassed 9-2 By Hurricanes, Losing Streak Hits Six Games
The Chicago Blackhawks' losing streak stretches to six games after a crushing 9-2 defeat by defending champion Carolina Hurricanes on Nov. 8, 2026, at the Lenovo Center. Carolina, now 14-3-2, nets seven goals in the first two periods, with goals from Seth Jarvis, Jackson Blake, Jordan Martinook (2), Andrei Svechnikov (2), Sebastian Aho, Alexander Nikishin and Shayne Gostisbehere, marking their second seven‑goal win in a week. Chicago’s lone scores come from Roman Kantserov and Connor Bedard, though Kantserov extends his point streak to eight games. The loss drops the Blackhawks to 4-13-1 and 0-8-1 on the road, while the Hurricanes become the first team since the 1990 Blues to post multiple seven‑goal victories in seven days.
Blackhawks Still Seeking Forward Help On Trade Market
The Chicago Blackhawks are actively searching for a scoring winger as their season stalls at a 4‑12‑1 record and a five‑game losing streak. GM Kyle Davidson, who earned a contract extension this summer, has yet to land a trade despite targeting “shoot‑first, big‑body” forwards. The team ranks 31st in goals per game and 32nd in shot attempts, prompting analyst Elliotte Friedman to say a roster move will likely precede any coaching change for Jeff Blashill. Potential targets include Flyers’ Owen Tippett and Capitals’ prospect Ivan Miroshnichenko, though both present contract challenges. With the quarter‑mark of the season looming, Chicago hopes a trade can spark the offense and give captain Connor Bedard the support he needs.
Blackhawks vs. Hurricanes: Nazar To Wing, Preview, Lineups, & Watch Game 18
The Chicago Blackhawks (4‑12‑1) try to halt a five‑game skid Saturday at the Carolina Hurricanes (13‑3‑2) in a 7 p.m. CT showdown at the Lenovo Center. Carolina leads the season series 5‑2 after a Oct. 10 win that featured goals from Sebastian Aho, Taylor Hall and Mark Jankowski, while Roman Kantserov scored Chicago’s lone marker. The Blackhawks have altered three of four forward lines, moving rookie Frank Nazar to the wing with Anton Frondell and Oliver Moore, and will be without Bowen Byram and Patrick Kane (upper‑body). Hurricanes debut defender Alexander Nikishin and rely on goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov (1‑0, 1.64 GAA). Both teams eye momentum—Chicago for a needed bounce‑back, Carolina to extend its NHL‑best .778 points percentage.
CHN Daily: Blackhawks in Carolina; Prospect Highlights; Michkov Drama
The Blackhawks finish a three‑game road swing in Carolina, dropping a 5‑3 loss to defending champion Hurricanes who sit atop the early‑season standings. Chicago sits 31st in both goals for and against after a 4‑1 defeat in Tampa, though rookie Roman Kantserov extends his point streak and the team leads the league in hits thanks to Dillon Boucher and Cole Smith. Prospect highlights include Nathan Behm’s fifth goal for Arizona State and Xavier Villeneuve’s two assists for Boston University. Elsewhere, Michkov’s limited ice time fuels drama in Philadelphia, the Sharks skid to four losses, and trade chatter swirls around Nikita Kucherov and Detroit’s Dylan Larkin.
CHN Daily: Blackhawks Skid Continues; Hayes Stays Hot; West on Team USA?
The Chicago Blackhawks’ losing streak hits five games after a 4-1 defeat to the Tampa Bay Lightning, with rookie Roman Kantserov netting his eighth goal and extending his point streak to seven games. Despite improved physicality—Chicago out‑checked Tampa 31‑13—the offense remains stagnant, recording under 27 shots for the third straight night. TNT’s Paul Bissonnette slams the team as “soft” and “AHL‑level,” echoing doubts about the rebuild. In the AHL, Rockford’s Gavin Hayes scores in six straight games, leading the IceHogs with 14 points, while prospect Mason West earns a spot on the 2027 World Junior USA roster. The roundup also notes Logan Cooley’s hat‑trick for Utah, Edvinsson’s mysterious whereabouts, and the Bruins eyeing Dylan Larkin.
Hawks Hits: Increased Physicality, But Offense Stymied Again
The Chicago Blackhawks fell 4-1 to the Tampa Bay Lightning, extending their losing streak to five games. Despite generating 10 high‑danger chances, Chicago managed only two goals, with rookie Roman Kantserov snapping Vasilevskiy’s shutout bid with 48.1 seconds left for his eighth of the season and an eight‑game point streak. The Hawks’ shot volume has plummeted, posting 26 or fewer in three straight games against elite opponents. However, their physical play surged, out‑checking Tampa Bay 31‑13, thanks in part to Dillon Boucher’s seven hits in just over eight minutes. Coach Jeff Blashill and forward Alex Vlasic stress the need for more net‑level shooting and sustained offense to break the slump.
Blackhawks Lose 4-1 To Lightning, Now Dropped Five Straight Games
The Chicago Blackhawks fall to the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1 on Thursday, extending their losing streak to five games and keeping them winless on the road (0-7-1). Tampa’s Ilya Mikheyev, now with the Lightning, scores twice—including the game-winner—against his former club. Victor Hedman, Ryan McDonagh and Erik Cernak add points as the Lightning stay perfect at home (8-0-0). Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy makes 25 saves, while rookie Roman Kantserov snaps a shutout bid with a late goal, his eighth of the season. Chicago’s Arvid Soderblom makes 31 saves but the Hawks manage only nine high‑danger chances and improve their physical play with 31 hits, highlighted by Dillon Boucher’s first NHL fight.
Blackhawks vs. Lightning: Quick Turnaround, Preview, Lineups, & Watch Game 17
The Chicago Blackhawks (4‑11‑1) head to Tampa on Thursday for a back‑to‑back game, facing the 9‑3‑2 Lightning at 6 p.m. CT. After a 5‑3 loss to Florida, Chicago’s only hope is a tighter defensive effort and a shoot‑first approach to snap their 0‑6‑1 road record. Connor Bedard extends his point streak to seven, while Roman Kantserov keeps his to six. Tampa, sitting atop the Eastern Wild Card with a .714 points percentage, comes off a 4‑2 win over Detroit; Brayden Point scored twice and Vasilevskiy posted a 2‑goal shutout. Projected lineups feature Bedard, Kantserov and Tyler Bertuzzi for Chicago, and Point, Kucherov and Guentzel for Tampa, with Vasilevskiy in net against Arvid Söderblom.
Hawks Hits: Biz Rightfully Rips Blackhawks, Bedard Defends Blashill
The Chicago Blackhawks sit at a dismal 4‑11‑1 record after a 5‑3 loss to the Florida Panthers, marking their fourth straight defeat and a league‑worst –27 goal differential. TNT analyst Paul Bissonnette slammed the team as "soft" and "AHL‑level," a sentiment echoed by local fan accounts. Coach Jeff Blashill defended his side, insisting the criticism is unwarranted, while captain Connor Bedard praised Blashill’s coaching in the post‑game interview. With two road games left against the Tampa Bay Lightning and Carolina Hurricanes, the Hawks face mounting pressure for drastic changes before the next stretch of the schedule.
Blackhawks Remain Winless On Road, Lose 5-3 To Panthers
The Chicago Blackhawks slip to 0-6-1 on the road, falling 5-3 to the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena on November 5, 2026. Rookie Sandis Vilmanis dazzles with a four‑point night (two goals, two assists), while Sam Reinhart adds the empty‑net goal to seal the win. Chicago’s Frank Nazar nets two goals and Connor Bedard records two assists, extending his point streak to seven games, but goaltender Spencer Knight allows four goals on 29 shots. The loss marks the Blackhawks’ fourth straight defeat and seventh consecutive road loss of the season, dropping their record to 4-11-1. Next up is a road game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Blackhawks vs. Panthers: Boucher NHL Debut, Preview, Lineups, & How To Watch Game 16
The Chicago Blackhawks (4-10-1) head to Amerant Bank Arena on Nov. 4 for their second meeting with the Florida Panthers (8-5-2) this season. The Panthers, already 2-1-0 in their last three games and holding a second Eastern Conference wild‑card spot, won the first matchup 3‑2 on Oct. 25. Chicago, missing Patrick Kane and Bowen Byram, looks for its first road win as it trails Colorado 5‑2 in its latest loss. Dillon Boucher makes his NHL debut on the fourth line, while Ryan Knight starts in goal against veteran Jacob Markstrom. The game tips off at 6:30 p.m. CT and will be televised nationally on TNT, truTV and HBO MAX.
CHN Daily: Blackhawks Begin Road Trip, Lardis Injured, Jets Comeback
The Chicago Blackhawks start a three‑game road swing on Nov. 4, facing the Florida Panthers, Tampa Bay Lightning and Carolina Hurricanes, all while missing top stars. Patrick Kane exits a 5‑2 loss to Colorado with an upper‑body injury and Bowen Byram lands on injured reserve; both are out for the trip. The Hawks recalled Dillon Boucher, but a potential wing call‑up, Nick Lardis, is sidelined by a lower‑body injury. With win‑less streaks mounting, the team may face roster moves after a brief break, while league‑wide hat tricks and a dramatic Jets comeback add extra intrigue.
Lardis Not An Option To Replace Kane For Blackhawks Road Trip
With captain Patrick Kane sidelined, the Chicago Blackhawks hoped to call up 21‑year‑old prospect Nick Lardis for their three‑game road trip, but Lardis injured his lower body in a 4‑3 win over the Texas Stars and will miss 1‑2 weeks. In his seven games with the Rockford IceHogs, he posted three goals and four assists, a bright spot for a club that has only 22 goals in its first ten games. Instead, the Blackhawks recalled 29‑year‑old Dillon Boucher, a minor‑league winger who offers far less impact than Lardis. Prospects Sacha Boisvert and AJ Spellacy remain point‑less, leaving General Manager Kyle Davidson with limited options.
Blackhawks Place Byram On Injured Reserve, Recall Forward For Road Trip
The Blackhawks place defenseman Bowen Byram on injured reserve (retroactive to Oct. 15) and recall AHL forward Dillon Boucher for their three‑game road trip. Byram, 25, has missed the last eight games with an upper‑body injury and remains medically cleared by a specialist, making his return uncertain for the Panthers, Lightning and Hurricanes matchups. Meanwhile, captain Patrick Kane also sits out with an upper‑body issue, prompting Chicago to add the 29‑year‑old, physical Boucher—who has yet to debut in the NHL—from the Rockford IceHogs. The team sits 4‑10‑1 after a six‑loss streak.
Kane Exits With Injury in Blackhawks 5-2 Loss To Avalanche
The Chicago Blackhawks fell 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 3, 2026, snapping a brief 2‑0 lead after early goals from Wyatt Kaiser and Roman Kantserov. Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each netted twice for Colorado, whose goalie Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 21 of 23 shots. In the second period, star forward Patrick Kane exits with an upper‑body injury, sidelining him for the next few games. The loss drops Chicago to 4‑10‑1 and marks their sixth defeat in seven outings, with a tough road trip to the Panthers, Lightning and Hurricanes looming.
Blackhawks vs. Avalanche: Hometown Remix Debut, Lineups, Preview, & How To Watch Game 15
The Chicago Blackhawks (4‑9‑1) host the Colorado Avalanche (8‑5‑1) on Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. CT in the United Center, kicking off four Central Division match‑ups this season. After a 5‑4 OT loss to Boston, rookie Anton Frondell and captain Connor Bedard lead a struggling Hawks lineup that returns Teuvo Teravainen and scratches Jordan Greenway. Colorado arrives on a two‑game winning streak, highlighted by Cale Makar’s four assists and Artturi Lehkonen’s two goals. Projected goaltenders are Spencer Knight for Chicago and Scott Wedgewood for Colorado. The teams have met three times last season, with Colorado winning all three.
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