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A basketball player jumps to make a shot behind the NBA 2K24 title. NBA 2K is one of many sport-related video games. (Courtesy of YouTube)

COLUMN: Ranking major sports video games

By Eddie Miller, Sports Reporter | November 17, 2023

Sport-related video games have been a major part of the gaming industry since it has been a debate of which game is best. Although I haven’t played every sports video game – MLB the Show, UFC – so those will be dismayed.  NHL  NHL is...

Chicago Blackhawks' Jonathan Toews (19) battles for the puck against Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Laughton (21) and Cam York (45) during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

COLUMN: Blackhawks should keep Toews at trade deadline

By Alex Crowe, Assistant Sports Editor | January 20, 2023

The trade deadline is approaching in the NHL, which for Blackhawks fans means familiar faces may end up in different places.  Contenders are gearing up to bolster their roster and bottom-dwellers are selling their top players for future assets and...

Chicago Blackhawks left wing Brendan Perlini (11) makes a pass in front of Vegas Golden Knights left wing Daniel Carr (23) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes)

Blackhawks trade for Strome and Perlini

By Roland Hacker | November 28, 2018

Chicago Blackhawks left wing Brendan Perlini (11) makes a pass in front of Vegas Golden Knights left wing Daniel Carr (23) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes)

Ranking the NHL's Western Conference before the season

Ranking the NHL’s Western Conference before the season

By Andy Clayton-King | September 9, 2018

FILE - In this April 15, 2018, file photo, Winnipeg Jets forward Blake Wheeler (26) is congratulated after scoring a goal against the Minnesota Wild in the first period of an NHL hockey game, in St. Paul, Minn. The Winnipeg Jets have signed captain Blake Wheeler to a $41.25 million, five-year contract extension. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff announced the signing Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)

NHL free agency heating up

By Jacob Onak | July 8, 2013

Since the June 30 draft, the NHL has been in an offseason buzz.Throughout the past couple weeks there have been a number of big moves in order for teams to free up some salary space so they meet the new salary cap. There have also been a number of free...

Bandwagon Blackhawks fans need love too

By Matt Hopkinson | February 25, 2013

Hockey is a very involved sport, and it becomes even more convoluted when it is played in Chicago. The Chicago Blackhawks have one of the biggest and most loyal followings in all sports, let alone hockey. The conundrum comes out in the acceptance of new...

Torres hit provides torrid backlash

By Matt Hopkinson | April 18, 2012

Whether you’re a lifer or just someone who jumped on the bandwagon a few years back, all Chicago Blackhawks viewers are aware of Raffi Torres’ hit on Marian Hossa. I’m not going to rehash the situation or the time frame, as everyone should be familiar...

Faceoff: NHL playoff debate

By Sean Anderson and James Cantagallo | April 16, 2012

Sean Anderson: Well, James, after a long, hard-fought season, the NHL playoffs are here, and the Chicago Blackhawks are in it for the fourth-straight season. What do you believe the Hawks will do in the first round? James Cantagallo: It’s going to be...

The Rant: Let’s chill out

By Andrew Singer | April 25, 2011

What happens when Roberto Luongo gives up five goals tonight? In a perfect world, the Canucks' star net minder would put on his suit and go home. In reality, there's no way Luongo will be able to dust himself off and forget about his long list of failures....

Faceoff: Who benefits from an NFL lockout?

By Brian Thomas and Andrew Singer | February 14, 2011

Andrew Singer: With the looming expiration of the NFL's collective bargaining agreement, people are starting to envision the possibility of a world without football on Sundays. Fantasy football nerds everywhere will die a little bit if there are no sleeper...

NHL tests new rules in college hockey

By Korey Peterson | November 9, 2010

Rule changes in hockey have been abundant in recent years. After the NHL lockout of the 2004-2005 season, several rule changes were implemented to make the game more offensive and fan-friendly. The changes have brought about resounding success for the...

Campbell and Tallon to blame for departures

By Korey Peterson | September 30, 2010

Everyone should know who is ultimately responsible for the Blackhawks’ salary cap surge of the summer of 2010. The culprits are Brian Campbell and the man who signed him, former General Manager Dale Tallon. Just like Cristobal Huet was awarded a huge...