The Hawks are definitely playing than their peripheral numbers suggest but whatever. Its a points accumulation league, then it all changes in April.
I feel like Crawford should be younger than 32. And that Hitchcock quote about him is so Hitchcock. That fat slob has a such a gift for getting into his own team's head.
Fuck, Bickell has MS: Ron Francis, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, today announced that forward Bryan Bickell has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). “First and foremost, the most important thing is for Bryan to take care of himself and our thoughts are with him and his family,” said Francis. “He will need to take some time to rest in the immediate future, and we will support him as he takes the necessary steps for his health. We ask that his privacy be respected during the process.” “Since the 2015 playoffs, I’ve been struggling to understand what was going on with my body. Again during the past few weeks, it felt like something wasn’t right,” said Bickell. “Obviously this is a bit of shock for my family and me, but I am hopeful I will be able to return to the ice and continue playing the game that I love.”
That would explain his dramatic drop off in play.... Wish him the very best with his upcoming battle.
I remember thinking how silly it was when Chicago signed Hossa to that 12 year contract. He's kicking ass at 37, nearly 38, years old and I'm pretty sure the Hawks are only paying him 4 mil this year and 1 mil per year until his contract expires in 2021.
Ok why can't I figure out how to edit the thread title. Didn't there used to be an "edit thread" button?
Dallas twice, Blues on the road, Caps and Canadiens...4-0-1 And after that mini gauntlet they embark on the annual circus trip. 7 straight on the road. Excited to see Patrik Laine tonight. Huge fan.
it's definitely super fun to see there 2011 team spread out across the league, failing, and the twins left over to catch L's from the Hawks.
Toews back is not getting better, that is worrisome. Also Crawford is out 3 weeks with his appendectomy
I've chosen to ignore the red flags in front of me and just try to enjoy the season for what it is. I'm sure the xGA going up has a lot to do with a certain someone missing the last 9 games.
Scott Powers@ByScottPowers 1m1 minute ago BREAKING NEWS: Artemi Panarin and the Blackhawks have finalized a contract extension, according to a source.