The Chicago Blackhawks dispatched with the Minnesota Wild and it only took five games. While the Blackhawks were the anticipated winners of the series, the Wild did put up a fight and gave the Blackhawks a decent series. What this series did is give the Blackhawks a good look at what they can expect out of their own play for ... Read More »
It was a rough road going in, but the Blues put up a valiant effort against the reigning Champion Los Angeles Kings. However, the momentum was difficult to sustain and the Blues couldn’t hold on, eventually just getting outplayed by a better team. St. Louis’ season ended with Game 6, even though the Blues won the first two games of ... Read More »
The St. Louis Blues have looked good all season long so long as they were able to stay healthy. Though they did end up in a solid playoff position, they did take longer to lock it up than what was expected with the roster that they have. But the first two games of playoff contention against the Los Angeles Kings ... Read More »
During the Stanley Cup playoffs, anything can happen. Top-seeded teams can quickly fall, under-dogs can seemingly come from nowhere and lesser-known players can become unexpected heroes. So far, for Chicago, they’ve done well proving they are same elite team as they were in the regular season. With a 5-2 win, the Blackhawks have taken a 2-0 series lead over the ... Read More »
For the second time in four years, the Chicago Blackhawks have clinched the Central Division title. It was the 15th Division Championship in franchise history. Chicago would carry the momentum to capture the President’s Trophy. The Blackhawks’ first in over 20 years. Another banner gets raised to the rafters in Chicago. Chicago’s hot start to the short season might be ... Read More »
For the second straight year, the St. Louis Blues have earned their ticket to the Stanley Cup playoffs. While the Blues have earned their spot the hard way, through hard-fought battles, roster shuffling, and close games, they have earned their way. A prediction that was shouted out earlier in the year. But while the Blues were predicted to make the ... Read More »
Lately, the Blackhawks have made more moves in their roster than Patrick Kane does on shootouts. But that’s common around trade-deadline time in the NHL. Let’s take a quick look at what Chicago has done and where they stand for the remainder of the season. Probably the biggest acqusition so far this season has been the addition of Michal Handzus. ... Read More »
Excitement is rushing through the “Lou” today, as the Blues are coming off a big win over the Chicago Blackhawks. But the good vibes have narrow sights, as the Blues are still a long way from where they want to be. Despite St. Louis’ shootout win against Chicago, the Blues have only 38 points on the season so far, which ... Read More »
Since Chicago took losses to both the Colorado Avalanche, which ended their streak, and the Edmonton Oilers, their schedule has slowed down a bit. And for that, Blackhawks fans are grateful. The Blackhawks had only one game so far this week, and it was an overtime win against the Columbus Blue Jackets. While the streak was impressive, it had to ... Read More »
The St. Louis Blues are currently 2-2 in their last four games, although you couldn’t tell it from the way the team has been performing on the ice and the reaction from fans in the St. Louis area. All kinds of positive energy is flowing through St. Louis now and both the team and the fans have a lot to ... Read More »
The St. Louis Blues have been bouncing back and fourth in the Western Conference so far this season. Not in standings, although they have made a habit of moving up and down quite a bit, but in overall play. Currently, they are sitting third in the Central Division, with 26 points. That puts them behind the Detroit Red Wings (28 ... Read More »
In 1985 a tradition was started in Chicago. The Blackhawks were hosting Wayne Gretzky’s Edmonton Oilers and in an attempt to hype up the home team, the Blackhawks faithful started cheering during the National Anthem. The tradition grew stronger, and louder, when Chicago Stadium was the host of the 1991 All-Star Game, and it still continues today. But one tradition ... Read More »
It’s been making rounds through the hockey and sports communities. Stephen A. Smith of ESPN’s SportsCenter went on the air and ranted against the Chicago Blackhawks and their streak, comparing it to the Miami Heat’s win streak. Not only was Smith taking shots at the Blackhawks, but at the entire sport of hockey as well. I’m not the only one ... Read More »
In their last five games, the St. Louis Blues have won three and lost two. Those “not bad” results are similar to how the team’s overall performance can be looked at as of late. The Blues earned some points in the tough Western Conference by taking a 4-3 win over the Vancouver Canucks and a 2-1 win over the San ... Read More »
Not so breaking news: the Blackhawks won. Again. Also, water is wet and the sky is blue. Going back a few games, the Blackhawks took a 4-3 win over the Vancouver Canucks followed by a 2-1 win over the San Jose Sharks a few nights later. They were able to shut out the Columbus Blue Jackets by 1-0. The Edmonton ... Read More »
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