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Negotiations between hockey owners and players are going so well that NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman says he's "pleased with the process" -- even if he has been left outside the latest rounds of discussions.

With Sidney Crosby cleared for contact, the Pittsburgh Penguins could get a huge boost headed toward the playoffs. But they aren't the only team waiting on an injured star. Craig Custance examines five players whose return could tilt the playoff races.

Blog | Conversation | March 07, 2012

Jonathan Toews scored on a penalty shot to start Chicago's four-goal first period against New York backup Martin Biron, and the Blackhawks emphatically snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the Rangers on Thursday night.

Tim Kavanagh reveals his early rankings for the 2011-2012 fantasy season and breaks down the goaltending class into the top performers, most disappointing, those moving up or down and next season's rookie and sophomore classes.

Tim Kavanagh reviews the top performers, surprises and disappointments among goalies at the midpoint of the season.

E.J. Hradek looks back at Saturday in the NHL playoffs -- sorry, Martin Erat -- and ahead to Sunday. He still loves the Los Angeles Kings. Plus: the future of the New York Rangers' front office (E.J. vets rumors now).

Blog | Conversation | April 25, 2010

Jonathan Toews scored the only shootout goal and Antti Niemi made 32 saves as the Chicago Blackhawks moved a step closer to the Central Division title with a 2-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Friday night.

The Summer Skate series continues in Chicago. Puck Prospectus examines players trending up and down on the Blackhawks' roster. Plus, E.J. Hradek reveals an intriguing player to watch as training camp approaches.

Story | Conversation | August 06, 2009

Toews. Kane. Havlat. Those are the Chicago stars that get all the ink. But you should know your Killer B's in the Windy City.

Martin Havlat had two goals and an assist, Jonathan Toews added a goal and two assists, and the Chicago Blackhawks celebrated their return to the soldout United Center with a 6-2 victory over the Dallas Stars on Saturday night.

Patrick Sharp, Jonathan Toews, Martin Havlat and James Wisniewski scored goals and the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 on Wednesday night.

Jonathan Toews broke a tie with 1:35 left in regulation in the Chicago Blackhawks' 4-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night.

Patrick Kane and Martin Havlat each had a goal and two assists and the Blackhawks beat the Flames 6-1 on Sunday night for their fourth straight victory.