It’s Victory Monday in Chicago, as Caleb Williams led the Bears to a much-needed 31-14 win over the Dallas Cowboys yesterday. While the Bears and the city celebrate this morning, the Blackhawks have their final practice at Fifth Third Arena ahead of tomorrow’s preseason opener against the Detroit Red Wings. More in the links below on what to expect when the Blackhawks hit the ice in Detroit.
Also in Blackhawks news, a former sixth-round pick has signed with a new team, while head coach Jeff Blashill continues to raise the standard at practice.
Around the league, NHL preseason action began over the weekend, the Pittsburgh Penguins’ ownership group is dealing with new arena issues, and tributes were paid to a two-time Stanley Cup champion goaltender.
All that and more in the Daily!
Chicago Blackhawks Trade Rumors, News & Tidbits
Chicago Hockey Now: Only one more sleep until Blackhawks hockey returns! It’s been an eventful start to training camp, and tomorrow provides a first look at how the team will look under new head coach Jeff Blashill. Check out the key takeaways from the first week of camp, and potential line combinations and defensive pairings against the Red Wings.
More CHN: Connor Bedard’s next contract with the Blackhawks will be a major talking point throughout the season until the deal is signed. But neither Bedard nor GM Kyle Davidson is worried about how the situation is developing.
Blackhawks 2022 sixth-round pick Dominic James signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning over the weekend. James, 23, turned down a contract offer from the Blackhawks this summer to hit the free-agent market.
After a sluggish first two games of the 2025-26 KHL season, Blackhawks 2023 2nd-round pick Roman Kantserov has started to find his stride. Kantserov scored his third goal of the season over the weekend and now has six points through his first seven games with Metallurg Magnitogorsk.
NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
The Athletic: Which NHL players have breakout capability in 2025-26? Frank Nazar was one of the ten listed by Harman Dayal on Saturday.
NYPost: The 2025 top overall selection made his preseason debut on Sunday, and while there were some bumps along the way, Matthew Schaefer showcased his skating and remarkable upside. Schaefer also received high praise from his head coach, Patrick Roy.
Sportsnet: NHL preseason hockey started this weekend, and the regular season is only two weeks away! Here is what to remember for all 32 NHL teams as preseason games begin.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins are facing quite a predicament with their new arena situation. Fenway Sports Group, the Penguins’ owners, have until October 22nd to begin development on the land they purchased, or else they risk the possibility of land repossession. PHN provided an inside scoop and talked with exclusive sources regarding the latest updates on the Penguins’ arena debacle.
Philly Hockey Now: Hockey Hall of Famer, two-time Stanley Cup champion, and two-time Vezina Trophy winner Bernie Parent passed away at the age of 80 on Sunday. Philly Hockey Now paid tribute to the Flyers legend.
Detroit Hockey Now: Red Wings 2023 first-round pick Axel Sandin-Pellika was a standout player in the SHL for the past two seasons, but that hasn’t translated yet during training camp and the preseason. Still, there are plenty of reasons for the Wings and their fans to be confident in ASP’s progression.
Florida Hockey Now: The two-time defending Stanley Cup champions were swept by the Nashville Predators in Sunday’s preseason doubleheader. But there are “no worries” for the Florida Panthers, writes George Richards from FHN.
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