Highlights
The Chicago Blackhawks, one of the National Hockey League's "Original Six" franchises, began play on Nov. 17, 1926, under the guidance of owner Major Frederic McLaughlin, a coffee baron. The Hawks played their first game at the now-demolished Chicago Stadium on Dec. 15, 1929. In their history, the Hawks have captured three Stanley Cups, given to the NHL champion each season: 1934, 1938 and 1961.
Arthur Wirtz purchased the Blackhawks in 1954 and with his sons, William and Michael, helped build them into one of the league's top franchises. The team played in the postseason 28 consecutive seasons. William Wirtz, along with Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf, helped get the United Center built,...
Arthur Wirtz purchased the Blackhawks in 1954 and with his sons, William and Michael, helped build them into one of the league's top franchises. The team played in the postseason 28 consecutive seasons. William Wirtz, along with Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf, helped get the United Center built,...
The Chicago Blackhawks, one of the National Hockey League's "Original Six" franchises, began play on Nov. 17, 1926, under the guidance of owner Major Frederic McLaughlin, a coffee baron. The Hawks played their first game at the now-demolished Chicago Stadium on Dec. 15, 1929. In their history, the Hawks have captured three Stanley Cups, given to the NHL champion each season: 1934, 1938 and 1961.
Arthur Wirtz purchased the Blackhawks in 1954 and with his sons, William and Michael, helped build them into one of the league's top franchises. The team played in the postseason 28 consecutive seasons. William Wirtz, along with Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf, helped get the United Center built, and the Hawks moved in for the 1994-95 season. Rocky Wirtz took over as chairman of the Hawks after William Wirtz's death on Sept. 26, 2007. Five Blackhawks have had their numbers retired: Stan Mikita (21), Bobby Hull (9), Glenn Hall (1), Tony Esposito (35) and current head coach Denis Savard (18).
Arthur Wirtz purchased the Blackhawks in 1954 and with his sons, William and Michael, helped build them into one of the league's top franchises. The team played in the postseason 28 consecutive seasons. William Wirtz, along with Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf, helped get the United Center built, and the Hawks moved in for the 1994-95 season. Rocky Wirtz took over as chairman of the Hawks after William Wirtz's death on Sept. 26, 2007. Five Blackhawks have had their numbers retired: Stan Mikita (21), Bobby Hull (9), Glenn Hall (1), Tony Esposito (35) and current head coach Denis Savard (18).
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Just 1 step from home, a stumble
Tribune reporterST. LOUIS — It lasted 17 days and took them through four time zones and into eight hostile arenas, but the Blackhawks' odyssey is finally over. Already considered a success with victories in five of the first seven games of the NHL's longest road...Tags: Business Trips, Andy McDonald, Soccer, Trips and Vacations, Adam Burish
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Blackhawks likely to be buyers at trade deadline
With the NHL trade deadline approaching March 4, the Blackhawks could be buyers as they look to solidify a playoff spot and perhaps make a deep postseason run. For now, though, general manager Dale Tallon is taking a wait-and-see approach. "It's...Tags: Patrick Sharp, Dallas Stars, National Hockey League, Craig Adams, Nikolai Khabibulin
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Blackhawks return home to beat Stars
The Chicago Blackhawks had a big homecoming party Saturday night. Martin Havlat had two goals and an assist, Jonathan Toews added a goal and two assists, and the Blackhawks celebrated their return to the soldout United Center with a 6-2 victory over the...Tags: United Center, Dallas Stars, James Wisniewski, Nikolai Khabibulin, Soccer
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The sports world in 60 seconds
NFL Peppers wants out of Carolina's 4-3 Julius Peppers insisted that he has no problems with his coaches and stressed that North Carolina will always be his home. The four-time Pro Bowl defensive end just doesn't want to play for Carolina anymore. "If...Tags: Chris Cornell, Dwayne Roloson, Trials, Daniel Alfredsson, Babe Ruth
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On road to playoffs, there's no looking back
South Florida Sun-SentinelThe Panthers have been saying it ever since they moved into playoff position — they don't want to look behind them, just at the teams ahead of them in the standings. It's been easy to do that as they've continuesd to creep up in the Eastern...Tags: Tomas Vokoun, Boston Bruins, Field Hockey, Washington Capitals
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Havlat has 2 goals and an assist, Blackhawks return home to beat Stars
CHICAGO (AP) — Martin Havlat had two goals and an assist, Jonathan Toews added a goal and two assists, and the Chicago Blackhawks celebrated their return to the soldout United Center with a 6-2 victory over the Dallas Stars on Saturday night....Tags: United Center, Dallas Stars, Nikolai Khabibulin, Soccer, Mike Ribeiro
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Bruins Fall In Shootout
David Legwand beat Manny Fernandez in a shootout after scoring twice in regulation in the Predators' 3-2 victory over the NHL-leading Bruins Saturday night in Nashville. Boston forced overtime on Zdeno Chara's goal with 1:16 left in regulation. Blake...Tags: Minnesota Wild, Dwayne Roloson, Dallas Stars, United Center, Zdeno Chara
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Some rinks burn out, others fade away
It's hard to say what feels more painful: the erasure of a well-known sports venue from the landscape or a famed arena going to seed. Is it better to be demolished than to be left to rust? Driving past the larger-than-life Mall of America in...Tags: Alex Rodriguez, Major League Baseball, Bob Probert, Baseball, Golden State Warriors
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Big number
.950Goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin's save percentage (133 saves on 140 shots) in four starts during the Blackhawks' eight-game road trip.Tags: Nikolai Khabibulin
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Boyes, Mason lead Blues past Blackhawks
Chris Mason wouldn't say he has the Chicago Blackhawks' number. Judging by the last two games, it would be a hard issue to argue. Mason stopped 22 shots to shut out the Blackhawks for the second straight meeting, and Brad Boyes scored early in the...Tags: Adam Burish, Basketball, National Hockey League, Chris Mason, Music
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Hawk Harrelson knows how John Paxson feels
Tribune reporterHawk Harrelson had a simple description for the role of general manager, especially after succeeding as an athlete and working as a broadcaster. "It's the worst job in sports," Harrelson said Friday while expressing his empathy and sympathy for embattled...Tags: New York Yankees, Vinny Del Negro, Baseball, Major League Baseball, Don Drysdale
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Hawk Harrelson sympathizes with John Paxson
Tribune reporterGLENDALE, Ariz.—Hawk Harrelson has a simple description for the role of general manager, which he thought he could handle after succeeding in the big leagues as an athlete and as a broadcaster. "It's the worst job in sports," Harrelson said...Tags: Vinny Del Negro, Chicago White Sox
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