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Chicago Blackhawks rookie camp gets chippy — ‘That brings teams together’ — as coaches emphasize playing fast

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Day 2 of Chicago Blackhawks rookie camp involved a brief exchange of words that led to a skate cutting a player’s face and f-bombs hurled at teammates. That builds team chemistry, according to Rockford IceHogs coach Jared Nightingale. “Hockey is an emotional sport — I think it’s good,” Nightingale said. “I saw a couple players going at it. It’s not always a bad thing. I know … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks rookie camp gets chippy — ‘That brings teams together’ — as coaches emphasize playing fast

Photos: Chicago Blackhawks practice at Fifth Third Arena

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Photos from Chicago Blackhawks practice at Fifth Third Arena on Sept. 10, 2025. Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov, left, guards center Ryan Gagnier during practice at the Fifth Third Arena in Chicago on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. (Dominic Di Palermo/ Chicago Tribune) Chicago Blackhawks center Oliver Moore shoots on goal during practice at the Fifth Third Arena in … [Read more...] about Photos: Chicago Blackhawks practice at Fifth Third Arena

Chicago Blackhawks rookie camp: A Minnesota reunion and a ‘gut-check’ practice on the first day

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When you first join a team, it can be slightly stressful meeting your new teammates. Luckily for Sam Rinzel, he saw a familiar face at Fifth Third Arena — his former Minnesota teammate Oliver Moore. The Blackhawks had their opening day of rookie camp on Wednesday, which was highlighted by 2024 No. 2 draft pick Artyom Levshunov, Brantford Bulldogs’ Nick Lardis and Rinzel. It was … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks rookie camp: A Minnesota reunion and a ‘gut-check’ practice on the first day