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With deal sealed, Blackhawks defenseman Erik Gustafsson out to prove he’s worth it

May 31, 2019 at 4:39 p.m.

Erik Gustafsson laughed when asked if he wished he could sign a contract extension every day. “Yeah,” he said. “No, I feel grateful for the contract. … I’m blessed.” Since...

Blackhawks honor local gold-medal winners Kendall Coyne and Alex Rigsby

May 31, 2019 at 4:39 p.m.

Kendall Coyne didn’t bring her Olympic gold medal to the grocery store Saturday. But the U.S. women’s hockey player from Palos Heights had it with her at the United Center...

Blackhawks left wing Tomas Jurco (13) and Bruins defenseman Adam McQuaid (54) tussle during the first period.

Hugs all around: Patrick Kane redeems himself as Blackhawks beat Bruins

May 31, 2019 at 4:38 p.m.

Patrick Kane wasn’t in the mood for hugs Saturday. But the Blackhawks forward was all about sharing affection Sunday, when the Hawks won 3-1 and the Bruins kissed their six-game...

Blackhawks' Patrick Kane (88) and Boston Bruins' Zdeno Chara (33) battle for position during the first period.

Blackhawks, Bruins divided on Brad Marchand’s collision with Anthony Duclair

May 31, 2019 at 4:33 p.m.

Erik Gustafsson labeled the play “dirty.” John Hayden said he didn't see it. Coach Joel Quenneville called it “tough to call,” but he said Blackhawks forward Anthony Duclair will miss...

John Hayden, young Blackhawks fall to red-hot Bruins, 7-4 in Boston

May 31, 2019 at 4:38 p.m.

The Rockford IceHogs lost to the Boston Bruins 7-4 on Saturday. At least that's what it seemed like. That's not necessarily bad for the Blackhawks, as far as assessing their...

For journeyman goalie Jean-Francois Berube, Blackhawks offer a fresh chance

May 31, 2019 at 4:35 p.m.

Jean-Francois Berube wasn’t going to wear the belt. The wrestling-style strap that sat in his locker stall late Tuesday night isn’t a practical fashion accessory anyway. Its symbolism is what’s...

Saturday’s matchup: Blackhawks at Bruins

May 31, 2019 at 4:40 p.m.

TV/radio: Noon Saturday; NBCSCH, WGN-AM 720. Storylines: The Hawks will face Tommy Wingels and the Bruins twice in a 24-hour period. Wingels has a goal and two assists in four...

Tomas Jurco saved Joel Quenneville from an errant puck: ‘It was just a reflex’

May 31, 2019 at 4:35 p.m.

Tomas Jurco already was in his team’s good graces when he literally stood up for his coach Thursday night. The Blackhawks forward instinctively rose from his seat on the bench...

Blackhawks goaltender J-F Berube (34) tends to the goal during the second period.

Scott Darling returns and helps Hurricanes to 3-2 victory over Blackhawks

May 31, 2019 at 4:40 p.m.

The Blackhawks said hello to an old friend Thursday. But that old friend, Scott Darling, got the last laugh after the Hurricanes’ 3-2 victory Thursday night at the United Center....

Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews are together again. And so far, it’s worked out pretty well.

May 31, 2019 at 4:38 p.m.

In the midst of a season filled with new, Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville recently has opted for some old. The agony of an ugly five-goal loss to the Sharks still...

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