A restricted free agent goalie has a new deal, thus avoiding salary arbitration. News emerged that Arvid Soderblom has agreed to a new contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks. This deal is for two years and is for $5.5 million. The agreement has an average salary cap hit of $2.75 million and runs through the end of the 2026-27 season. Chicago and Arvid Soderblom avoid … [Read more...] about RFA Goalie Gets New Contract and Avoids Arbitration in Process
NHL Rumours: Pair of Chicago Blackhawks Draw Trade Interest
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re deep into the summer, but there is still plenty of chatter. Signings have been made. However, there could still be a number of trades that could take place before the season starts. Teams have tough choices to make in order to improve their rosters. Some clubs want to gain more assets and that means some deals may need to … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Pair of Chicago Blackhawks Draw Trade Interest
Third-Overall Pick From 2025 Draft Signs Entry-Level Deal
The Chicago Blackhawks used the third-overall pick in last month’s NHL Entry Draft to select Anton Frondell. On Tuesday, Frondell agreed to an entry-level contract with the Blackhawks. The contract is for three years and carries a $975,000 average annual value. Frondell Signs Entry-Level Deal a Swede signing ? ︎ https://t.co/RcGvmeK8J4 pic.twitter.com/dyCOul93xc — Chicago … [Read more...] about Third-Overall Pick From 2025 Draft Signs Entry-Level Deal
Top Chicago Blackhawks Defining Moments in Franchise History
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s Summer series looks at these defining moments. Today we feature the biggest defining moment of the Chicago Blackhawks. Top Chicago Blackhawks … [Read more...] about Top Chicago Blackhawks Defining Moments in Franchise History
The 2025 NHL Entry Draft Grades: Part One
Welcome to your 2025 NHL Entry Draft Headquarters right here at Last Word On Sports and Top Shelf Prospects. We have you covered with everything you will need to be ready for the big event. Today, we bring you Part One of our 2025 NHL Draft Grades. Be sure to bookmark the site, follow our prospect writers Ben Kerr and Chase Windsor, and spread the word for the site that will … [Read more...] about The 2025 NHL Entry Draft Grades: Part One