Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley for part one of Jimmy’s pre-draft prospect analysis, specifically regarding center Caleb Malhotra. Join via… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about the Blackhawks #4 overall pick in the 2026 entry draft, the abrupt availability… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to watch and discuss the 2026 NHL draft lottery with instant reactions on the results. Where… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley are joined by Goalie guru Jeff Osborn to discuss the goalie grades from Jimmy’s recent article featuring Blackhawk player season letter grades,… Read more »
On Saturday, April 18, the Rockford IceHogs took on the Texas Stars. Losing 5-1, the IceHogs finished their season with a record of 28-39-5. Rockford finished this season with their… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to discuss the contract extension of general manager Kyle Davidson, as well as Jimmy’s recent article… Read more »
We are back with another player grade article. Like in previous articles, I will give a grade for individual Chicago Blackhawks and Rockford IceHogs players. This article will include a… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to discuss the final week of the 2025-26 season for the Blackhawks, their top 4 locked… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to discuss the remainder of the Blackhawks season, how the young players are progressing, more takes… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to discuss a glaring need for a seasoned defenseman for 2026-27, as well as… Read more »
At the time of my previous article, the Rockford IceHogs were in sixth place in the Central Division. With 38 points in 47 games, the IceHogs sat four points behind… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Jimmy O’Malley, and Rink co-founder Jeff Osborn to talk about the arrival of highly touted prospect Anton Frondell,… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast co-hosts Sean Fitzgerald and Jimmy O’Malley are back in The Rinkcast studio to discuss Sasha Boisvert visa issues, Matthew Knies rumors, Nick Lardis on the fourth line,… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about the final moves of the trade deadline for the Blackhawks, what… Read more »
After trading captain Nick Foligno to the Minnesota Wild, the Chicago Blackhawks made their final trade of the deadline. The Blackhawks traded forward Aidan Thompson to the New York Rangers… Read more »
On trade deadline day, the Chicago Blackhawks traded captain Nick Foligno to the Minnesota Wild. The Blackhawks received future considerations. No salary was retained. Analysis Doing right by your players…. Read more »
The-Rink.com staff will be updating any 2026 Chicago Blackhawks deadline moves in real time, right here. Make sure to bookmark this page and come back as the moves happen for… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about The Blackhawks trade of Connor Murphy and the pending trade of… Read more »
While on CHSN’s coverage of Sunday’s game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Utah Mammoth, hockey analyst Frank Seravailli projected Chicago’s lineup for the 2026-27 regular season. His lines were… Read more »
As reported earlier today, the Chicago Blackhawks have traded defenseman Connor Murphy to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for a 2028 second-round pick. Murphy, who turns 33 years old on… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about the return of the Blackhawks NHL schedule, the rumors surrounding the… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley jump on to talk about the AHL All-Star festivities, the Olympic games, and the Blackhawks ramping up for the trade… Read more »
On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Rockford IceHogs hosted the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic at the BMO Center. Featuring IceHogs players Nick Lardis, Kevin Korchinski and captain Brett Seney, the host… Read more »
At the time of my previous article, the Rockford IceHogs were sitting in fourth place in the Central Division, in line for a playoff spot. Since then, the wheels seem… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about Artyom Levshunov’s line-up scratches and development, Wyatt Kaiser’s injury and what… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about the Blackhawks solid play of late yet with the inability to… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about the Jason Dickinson trade rumors, thoughts on the prospect pool and… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about Jimmy’s latest article featuring the the Blackhawks’ mid-term grades. Join via… Read more »
The Chicago Blackhawks returned home to face the Edmonton Oilers on Monday. The Blackhawks last played on Saturday, shutting out the Nashville Predators on the road 3-0 in Drew Commesso’s… Read more »
With the Chicago Blackhawks reaching 45 games on the season, and the Rockford IceHogs reaching 36, it appeared time to give the players their midterm grades. In this article, like… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley to talk about the Blackhawks’ recent trade with the San Jose Sharks, their winning… Read more »
At the time of my previous article, the Rockford IceHogs had lost seven of their last eight games. The month of November was unkind to the Hogs, finishing with a… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast co-host Sean Fitzgerald is joined by Rink Staff members Jimmy O’Malley and co-founder Jeff Osborn, who are back in the Rinkcast studio to discuss the Blackhawks’ last… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by Rink Staff members Jeff Osborn, and Jimmy O’Malley, in the Rinkcast studio to discuss the Blackhawks’ recent road woes and, Sam Rinzel’s… Read more »
The Chicago Blackhawks began their four-game West Coast road trip in Sin City on Tuesday, taking on the Vegas Golden Knights. The Blackhawks had lost five of their last six… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by Rink Staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley, in the Rinkcast studio to discuss the streaky Blackhawks re-entering the win column ahead… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by Rink Staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley, in the Rinkcast studio to discuss the Blackhawks’ recent skid of three straight games,… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by Rink Staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley, in the Rinkcast studio to discuss the Blackhawks’ recent winning streak, Connor Bedard’s Olympic… Read more »
It has been a tale of two months this season for the Rockford IceHogs. In October, the Hogs went 6-2-0. When the calendar flipped to November, the winning disappeared. The… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast host Andy Campbell and co-host Sean Fitzgerald are joined by staff member Jimmy O’Malley, back in the Rinkcast studio to discuss the Blackhawks’ hot week with Bleacher Nation lead… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Co-Host Sean Fitzgerald is joined by staff members Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, and Andrew Bard to talk about the latest Blackhawks slump, the previous night’s loss to the Seattle Kraken,… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell , staff members Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, and Sean Fitzgerald discuss the Blackhawks’ trade of Lukas Reichel, their recent 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings, the injury… Read more »
The Chicago Blackhawks traded forward Lukas Reichel on Friday, ending a long-lasting saga of the German’s status in the organization. The 23-year-old-forward goes to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell , staff members Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard discuss the Blackhawks’ winning ways through the first seven games of the season, what players have… Read more »
As the 2025-26 moves along Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell , Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard discuss the Blackhawks’ first three games, the impact of their top two centers, thoughts… Read more »
It is two games into the new season, and the Rockford IceHogs have stormed out with two strong victories. Rockford began the season both as the youngest roster in the… Read more »
As the 2025-26 moves along Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell , Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, Sean Fitzgerald, and a late add of The Rink co-founder Jeff Osborn discuss the roster, predictions, and what to… Read more »
As the 2025-26 moves along Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell , Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard discuss the Blackhawks recent roster moves, what may be coming and the what Kevin… Read more »
Following the Blackhawks’ 3-2 preseason loss at Detroit, Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell , Jimmy O’Malley ESQ, Sean Fitzgerald and Jeff Osborn discuss what to hope for during the 2025-26 season, and raise… Read more »
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight has received a three-year contract extension at a $5.83 million cap hit as was announced today. The contract expires after the 2028-29 season. KNIGHT TIME… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell and prospect guru Jimmy O’Malley ESQ are joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard to talk about the Blackhawks upcoming rookie camp,… Read more »
After a 31-33-6 season ended in a five-game playoff series against the Milwaukee Admirals, the Rockford IceHogs look toward the 2025-26 season as another year of opportunity. Change came in… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell and prospect guru Jimmy O’Malley ESQ are joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard to preview the 2025-26 season with Blackhawks training camp… Read more »
Another offseason, another chance to predict what the Chicago Blackhawks will choose to do on July 1. I wrote a similar article last year attempting to predict what Chicago would… Read more »
The Chicago Blackhawks came into the 2025 NHL Draft with 10 draft picks. After a few trades, Chicago walked away with eight prospects. Of their picks, the Blackhawks selected six… Read more »
⚠️VERY LONG EPISODE ALERT!⚠️ 5 Hours Chicago Rinkcast guest host and prospect guru Jimmy O’Malley ESQ is joined by staff members Eric Andrews, Jeff Osborn and Sean Fitzgerald to watch… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ to discuss the Blackhawks recent moves including the acquisition of Andre Burakovsky,… Read more »
One day after the Florida Panthers won their second consecutive Stanley Cup, the Chicago Blackhawks started the offseason on a strong foot. Forward Ryan Donato has re-signed with Chicago. The… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell, staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ are joined by hockey analyst Jonny Lazarus (from @NHL, @DailyFaceoff, @BR_OpenIce, and @NESN) to talk… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ discuss the Blackhawks expansion plans for Fifth Third Arena, a look into… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast Host Andy Campbell is joined by staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ discuss Jeff Blashill’s first press conference as head coach of the Blackhawks, Frank… Read more »
Made official this morning, Jeff Blashill is now the 42nd head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks. Blashill’s introductory press conference will be on Tuesday, May 27. General Manager Kyle Davidson… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ discuss the pending hire of Jeff Blashill as their new head coach and dissect what the Hawks may do… Read more »
After sweeping the Chicago Wolves, the Rockford IceHogs went up against the Milwaukee Admirals in a five-game series. The Admirals, considered one of the best teams of the AHL, would… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ are live from the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery for instant reactions to where the ping-pong balls fall for… Read more »
After a hard-fought 2–1 overtime game one victory in Rosemont, the Rockford IceHogs returned home to the BMO Center in hopes of finishing off the Chicago Wolves. Carrying momentum from… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Sean Fitzgerald and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ are joined by Rockford IceHogs play-by-play voice Dana Grey to discuss the AHL playoffs: 🎙️ New faces in Rockford…. Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ discuss the Blackhawks’ exciting finish to the regular season, the emergence of their young core, what may be… Read more »
After the Iowa Wild lost 3–2 in overtime against the Milwaukee Admirals Saturday night, the Rockford IceHogs clinched a spot in the Calder Cup Playoffs. The contest ended during the… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard, and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ finish discussing Jimmy’s recent article on Blackhawks/IceHogs player season grades. 🎙️ Each scholar will corroborate… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ jump on for a quick reaction Podcast following the Blackhawks signings of Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel, two… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Jimmy O’Malley, Andrew Bard, and a late special guest discuss Jimmy’s recent article on Blackhawks player season grades, and each scholar will… Read more »
With both the Chicago Blackhawks and Rockford IceHogs’ season coming to a close, it is reasonable to start assessing how these skaters performed this season. In this article, I will… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ are joined by Rockford IceHogs play-by-play voice Dana Grey, where they discuss: 🎙️ An update from the Blackhawks… Read more »
Since the AHL all-star break, the Rockford IceHogs have experienced the highs and lows of professional hockey. Coming out of the break, Rockford lost three straight games. They followed this… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard, and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ meet up in the Rinkcast Studio to discuss: 🎙️ The impact of the Seth Jones/Spencer Knight… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard, and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ meet up in the Rinkcast Studio to discuss: 🎙️ 4 Nations Cup wrap. 🎙️ The… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley ESQ meet up in the Rinkcast Studio to discuss: 🎙️ Artyom Levshunov gets hot in Rockford. 🎙️ 4… Read more »
Following a 5–1 loss to the Florida Panthers, the Chicago Blackhawks had three days off to prepare for their matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. Due to this game being broadcasted… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and James O’Malley ESQ meet up in the Rinkcast Studio to discuss: 🎙️ Excitement over prospect Nick Lardis. 🎙️ Artyom Levshunov’s… Read more »
The month of January was not kind to the Rockford IceHogs. The constant moving of players started to catch up with the young squad. The January timeline started not with… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard, and James O’Malley ESQ jump on during the Blackhawks game in Carolina to discuss: 🎙️ The implications of the Blackhawks… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard, and Jimmy O’Malley jump into the Rinkcast Studio to talk Blackhawks: 🎙️ Recent call-up of Ethan Del Mastro 🎙️ The demotion… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley touch base during the first period of the Blackhawks/Predators game: 🎙️ Recent rumors surrounding a Taylor Hall trade 🎙️… Read more »
With the trade deadline still two months away, the Chicago Blackhawks and Winnipeg Jets swapped AHL defensemen in a 1-for-1 deal on Wednesday afternoon. Reported by Darren Dreger, the Blackhawks… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Jimmy O’Malley, and Jeff Osborn are back from the holidays to talk about the Winter Classic and more: 🎙️ Criticism of Connor… Read more »
At the time of the previous article, the Rockford IceHogs had defeated the Iowa Wild at home on Dec. 14. Since that game, the Hogs went 4–2–1, with a three-game… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Jimmy O’Malley, and Andrew Bard are back ahead of their Tuesday night game versus the Washington Capitals: 🎙️ Connor Bedard’s recent offensive… Read more »
Change is part of the game for teams in the AHL. For the Rockford IceHogs, change has come in waves. On Dec. 5, the Chicago Blackhawks fired head coach Luke… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley reconvene to talk about the Blackhawks first two games under Anders Sorenson: 🎙️ Kevin Korchinski’s solid night back with… Read more »
After firing head coach Luke Richardson on Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks named Rockford IceHogs head coach Anders Sorensen as the interim head coach of the NHL squad. In a corresponding… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley jump on for a quick reaction Podcast to talk about the firing of Head Coach Luke Richardson Watch the… Read more »
I would like to thank the Rockford IceHogs organization and Dana Grey before I begin this article. Thanks to Dana and the IceHogs’ generosity, I was given the opportunity to… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Eric Andrews, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley jump on to talk Blackhawks’ latest woes and Lukas Reichel: 🎙️ Once again, Luke Richardson is… Read more »
If the Chicago Blackhawks are leaving a bitter taste in fans’ mouths, then the Rockford IceHogs are the palate cleanser. Chicago’s AHL affiliate has started to round out its game,… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Jeff Osborn, Sean Fitzgerald, and Jimmy O’Malley jump on to talk Blackhawks prior to their game vs the Anaheim Ducks: 🎙️ Taylor Hall healthy… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley jump on to talk Blackhawks and IceHogs: 🎙️ With Jeremy Roenick now in the Hockey Hall… Read more »
The Chicago Blackhawks’ season has begun how many expected. Sitting comfortably in the bottom third of the NHL standings, the expectations for their season is similar to the past few:… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald, Andrew Bard and Jimmy O’Malley take some time to discuss the Blackhawks and IceHogs with the voice of the Rockford, Dana Grey:… Read more »
Chicago Rinkcast staff members Andy Campbell, Sean Fitzgerald and Jimmy O’Malley discuss the 1-1-1 Blackhawks and their early results ahead of their Tuesday night contest vs. the Calgary Flames: 🎙️ Johnny… Read more »