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There is a magnificent story in today's Chicago Tribune that fans of every sport, not just hockey, should read.
According to the story, written by David Haugh, Kane is doing something special tonight when the Blackhawks visit the Boston Bruins. After seeing how USA Hockey announced the roster for the 2010 Olympic, Kane was not only honored but responsible to do more.
Haugh reports that Kane, after a number of phone ...
Chicago Blackhawks: When Bolland, Burish Come Back, Who’s Out?
Posted: 7th January 2010 by TAB BAMFORD in NHL
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The Blackhawks have the best record in the Western Conference, they're receiving strong contributions from all four lines, and they're playing arguably the best team defense in the NHL. It just can't get any better for Hawks fans, can it?
In the last 36 hours, Chicago fans have received a lot of good news from their injured reserve list. It looks like both ...
Chicago Blackhawks Prospect Marcus Kr³ger Ends WJC with Bronze
Posted: 5th January 2010 by TAB BAMFORD in NHL
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The Blackhawks had one prospect make the final cut for the WJC, and Marcus Krüger ended the tournament with a bronze medal as part of Team Sweden.
Krüger, a 19-year-old center the Blackhawks drafted in the fifth round (149th overall) in the 2009 Draft, finished the tournament with six assists. Sweden defeated Switzerland 11-4 in the bronze medal game before a classic championship game in which the United States ...
Now that the 2009 regular season is over, we at least know how the top half of the draft will shake down. That helps us get a better idea of how the prospects might slide or rise, and who might get lucky and get the player they were hoping for in this year's draft.
There could be some surprises along the way, and there will probably be some trades as well. ...
Chicago Bears News: Marinelli Promoted, Ron Turner Fired
Posted: 5th January 2010 by TAB BAMFORD in NFL
Reports are already flying out of Chicago before the scheduled 2 p.m., CST press conference at Halas Hall about sweeping changes that are coming for the Chicago Bears.
Head coach Lovie Smith will be retained, but reports Tuesday morning are that his coaching staff will change dramatically. Offensive coordinator Ron Turner will allegedly be fired, and defensive line coach Rod Marinelli will be promoted to defensive coordinator.
There had been speculation that ...
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A number of reports are swirling that the Atlanta Thrashers have given superstar forward Ilya Kovalchuk and his agent a deadline of Monday to accept their latest, and final, contract offer.
If there isnÆt an agreement, the Thrashers could move fairly quickly into the trade market, where Kovalchuk would undoubtedly become one of the hottest commodities available. A couple analysts believe ...
On Saturday morning, the St. Louis Blues wished Andy Murray a Happy New Year with a pink slip in an effort to get their struggling team to play better hockey. They have named Davis Payne the interim coach.
The Blues are 17-17-6 currently, and sit in fourth place in the Central Division. They host the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night and will be without left wing Paul Kariya, who was placed on injured reserved ...
NHL Western Conference Power Rankings: Happy New Year Edition
Posted: 2nd January 2010 by TAB BAMFORD in NHL
It's time, once again, to consider how the powers that be align in the Western Conference.
Since I last ranked the Western Conference, a number of things have changed in the Conference that have impacted my rankings. We've officially learned who will be playing in Vancouver for their respective countries, and injuries have continued to hit the Detroit Red Wings (and others, but mostly Detroit).
So let's take a look at ...
NHL Western Conference Power Rankings: Happy New Year Edition
Posted: 2nd January 2010 by TAB BAMFORD in NHL
It's time, once again, to consider how the powers that be align in the Western Conference.
Since I last ranked the Western Conference, a number of things have changed in the Conference that have impacted my rankings. We've officially learned who will be playing in Vancouver for their respective countries, and injuries have continued to hit the Detroit Red Wings (and others, but mostly Detroit).
So let's take a look at ...
Brandon Marshall Benched: Now Is the Wrong Time to Make a Statement
Posted: 1st January 2010 by TAB BAMFORD in NFL
On New Year's Day, the ugly immaturity that brought Josh McDaniels to national attention in the Jay Cutler saga showed up again.
This time, it might cost the Broncos a shot at the playoffs.
McDaniels announced Friday morning that he was benching the Broncos' best offensive player, Brandon Marshall, for the team's final regular season game because of insubordination.
Marshall reportedly tweaked a hamstring during practice on Wednesday and did not want to ...