Jack Skille

Jack Skille

Chicago Blackhawks: Trade for Frolik Good for Both the 'Hawks and for Skille

Posted 03/24/2011 - 09:03 by HockeyPolls

Fans at the United Center were able to welcome a familiar face to the building while they greeted new center Marcus Kruger to town.

Lost in the Blackhawks 4-0 win over Florida and the debut of the newest Blackhawk was the return of winger Jack Skille, who was part of a trade with the Panthers six weeks ago that netted Chicago Michael Frolik.

Chicago Blackhawks in Need of a Shake-Up as NHL Season Enters the Second Half

It has been a tough season for Chicago Blackhawks, to say the least, and as they sit headed into the All-Star break this team just doesn't seem right. Yes, they have the best power play in the NHL and have been given solid goaltending from rookie Corey Crawford, but there seems to be a missing link on this team and it's difficult to pinpoint.

NHL: Can the Chicago Blackhawks Grind Out a Weekend Sweep of Nashville?

Posted 01/14/2011 - 12:24 by HockeyPolls

The Chicago Blackhawks hope to keep their current three-game win streak going this weekend, but I wouldn't expect the smooth sailing we saw in their previous two games.

A home and home with the likes of the Nashville Predators can definitely make a team seasick.

Chicago Blackhawks: It's Safe To Say The Boys Are Back

There is no doubt that the start of the 2010-11 NHL season has not been a pleasant one for fans of the Chicago Blackhawks: inconsistencies of key players, injuries, unexpected issues in net and the loss of some key depth players due to the dreaded salary cap have all left many faithful to the Indian wondering what will happen next. 

Chicago Blackhawks: 5 Players Who Have Surprised Us

I gave you guys what I thought were the "5 Biggest Underachievers So Far" for the Blackhawks this season. There I listed the five guys that I thought were holding up the Hawks, and were the main cause for a lukewarm start to the season. 

After a phenomenal win over the hated Detroit Red Wings, I thought I'd have my next slide show be a little more optimistic. 

NHL: The Chicago Blackhawks Can Step Up and Get It Done Without Patrick Kane

Less than a minute into Chicago's match up with the Calgary Flames Sunday night at the United Center, all eyes were focused near the Flames blue line.  Not on the puck, but at the young man clutching his left leg.

Patrick Kane's first shift Sunday was his last shift.  For how long, who knows?

Chicago Blackhawks: Seven Things To Remember for December

After a shaky first twenty games, the Chicago Blackhawks appears to have started to find their groove.  Coming off a 4-2 swing out west, ESPN.com has them fourth in the league in their latest power rankings.

Now it's time to justify that ranking on the ice.

Chicago Blackhawks Are Jekyll or Hyde? Team Searches for an Identify Out West

As the Chicago Blackhawks depart Western Canada after the first week of a two week road trip, there continues to be a maddening lack of consistency that has plagued the club.

This past week saw the Hawks at their high flying best and at their passionless worst.  Which Blackhawks team is going to emerge?  Or will one emerge?

Has Chicago shown it's true colors as a squad with a split personality this season?

Chicago Blackhawks: It's Time To Stop Overlooking Opponents

The Chicago Blackhawks have two days to search for the motivation to rebound from a recent run of inconsistent and uninspired play.

This weekend might be a good place to start.

Chicago Blackhawks: Six Questions To Be Answered In November

The Chicago Blackhawks closed out October with a Jekyll and Hyde weekend, raising questions that will likely be answered in the next 30 days.

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