Fleury stands tall in shutout of Vancouver
After being thrashed by the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, the Chicago Blackhawks looked to rebound against the scuffling Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night. In net for the Blackhawks was the… Read more »
Author Archives: Sean Fitzgerald
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 7 – King in his Castle
Rinkcast host Andy Campbell is joined by Rink staffers Ray Napientek, and Sean Fitzgerald to discuss the first games of the Derek King era. Is Derek King’s current style just what the… Read more »
It is time: Free Collin Delia
When the Chicago Blackhawks signed Collin Delia to a three-year contract extension in 2019, the thought process was he was a development goalie for the future. Now, it appears his… Read more »
A second life for Dylan Strome?
While the Chicago Blackhawks appeared to have benefitted from the firing of Jeremy Colliton on Saturday, one player might benefit more than the others: Dylan Strome. Strome found himself in… Read more »
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 6 – Jeremy Colliton fired
Rinkcast host Andy Campbell and co-host Eric Andrews are joined by Rink staffers Ray Napientek, Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard to discuss the termination of head coach Jeremy Colliton With Derek… Read more »
Blackhawks finally win in 5–1 trouncing of Ottawa
After going winless in October, the Chicago Blackhawks looked to get November started on the right foot. The Hawks did just that, cruising to a convincing 5–1 rout of the… Read more »
The Blackhawks surrender a touchdown to Carolina in another loss
As the Blackhawks season continued to roll on, their next stop was in Carolina. While the Blackhawks were still searching for their win, the Canes had come in without a… Read more »
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 5 – Reactions to investigation fallout
Rinkcast fill-in host Jeff Osborn and co-host Sean Fitzgerald are joined by Rink staffer Andrew Bard to talk about the results of the Jenner & Block investigation of the sexual assault… Read more »
The rise and imminent fall of Jeremy Colliton
When the Chicago Blackhawks promoted Jeremy Colliton to head coach of the NHL club, in their statement on his promotion, the front office emphasized Rockford’s first-ever AHL Western Conference Finals… Read more »
The Blackhawks’ losing streak continues against Detroit
This season has become a recurring nightmare for Chicago Blackhawks fans. The team has been rolling out the same formula night in and night out. The keys to the formula… Read more »
The Blackhawks are a bad 5-on-5 team and have been for awhile
Coming into this season, an area the Chicago Blackhawks needed improvement in was 5-on-5 play. The Blackhawks were trending downward since before Jeremy Colliton took over. The sad part is,… Read more »
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 4 – Time to Panic?
Rinkcast host Andy Campbell and co-host Eric Andrews are joined by Rink staffers Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard to talk about the Blackhawks’ awful results and embarrassing home opener. Panic… Read more »
Rockford’s Cale Morris loaned to Indy Fuel
The 1–1–0 Rockford IceHogs announced a move at goalie, loaning Cale Morris to the Chicago Blackhawks’ ECHL affiliate, the Indy Fuel. Morris appeared in seven games with the IceHogs last… Read more »
Blackhawks blitzed by Avalanche in season opener
After three months of waiting, the Chicago Blackhawks’ season opener was finally upon us. The revamped Hawks took on the Stanley Cup favorite Colorado Avalanche in Denver. Despite being without… Read more »
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 3 – The Right Tools for the Toolbox?
Rinkcast host Andy Campbell and co-host Eric Andrews are joined by Rink staffers Sean Fitzgerald, and Andrew Bard to preview the regular season for the Blackhawks. The signing of Erik… Read more »
Blackhawks assign Lukas Reichel, eight others to Rockford
Earlier this week, the Blackhawks announced that Lukas Reichel and several other players were assigned to the Rockford IceHogs. Despite displaying all his talents at the 2021 Tom Kurvers Showcase… Read more »
Kraken Hostile Seattle Rinkcast, Season 1 Episode 5 – Regular season ready
The-Rink.com host Jeff Osborn is joined by The Rink staffer Sean Fitzgerald to discuss the wrap-up of training camp and pending regular season opener. ⚓ Kraken go 4-2 in the preseason…. Read more »
Rockford IceHogs announce training camp roster
The Chicago Blackhawks’ AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs, have announced their opening training camp roster today. The total roster is 16 players with 11 forwards, three defensemen and two goalies…. Read more »
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 2 – Band(wagon) Camp
New Rinkcast host Andy Campbell and co-host Eric Andrews are joined by Rink staffers Jeff Osborn from the Rink Seattle, Sean Fitzgerald, and new guy Andrew Bard get the season rolling… Read more »
Blackhawks fall to Red Wings in preseason opener
The Chicago Blackhawks kicked off their preseason slate again their old rival, the Detroit Red Wings, on Wednesday night in the United Center in a game where Blackhawks fans got… Read more »
Blackhawks’ prospects square off against Minnesota in Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase
With the Chicago Blackhawks and Minnesota Wild opting out of the annual Traverse City Prospect Tournament due to COVID-19 concerns, the teams came up with their own solution, the Tom… Read more »
United Center announces COVID-19 requirements, Blackhawks make front office changes
The United Center, home of the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls of the NBA, announced Thursday that for all events at the venue, fans will need proof of vaccination or… Read more »
Blackhawks re-sign Alexander Nylander to one-year deal
The Chicago Blackhawks announced a one-year contract for Alexander Nylander on Monday. Nylander’s deal worth $874,125 against the salary cap for next season. After being retained before the expansion draft,… Read more »
Blackhawks acquire Marc-Andre Fleury from Vegas
In an offseason filled with large moves, the Chicago Blackhawks just made another gigantic move. After shoring up their defense with the acquisition of Seth Jones, the team focused on… Read more »
Blackhawks Rinkcast – Season 5, Episode 1 – It’s getting Stankus in here
The Rink staff members John Jaeckel, Jeff Osborn, Sean Fitzgerald, Andy Campbell, Ray Napientek, Andy Campbell, Eric Andrews, Aaron Goldschmidt from the Rink Colorado, and special guest, Gate’s ol buddy… Read more »