When The Youth Answer the Call
A look at how a Blackhawks' call-up has infused a youth movement boom in production this month, along with some TV series candidates!
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In today’s edition, we look at Lukas Reichel’s recall from the Rockford IceHogs and how he, alongside his other rookie teammates, have stepped up in March. Also, some fun premium content detailing some Blackhawks TV star candidates!
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Blackhawks Youth Making a Difference in March
March 19, 2024 by Brooke LoFurno
The term “Let the kids play” is a hockey term often used a lot during rebuilds, and in the Chicago Blackhawks‘ case, all the injuries this season have shown that their younger players have needed to step up more than ever. The individual results have been hit or miss most nights, as expected. But something to note from the Blackhawks 5-2 comeback win over the San Jose Sharks on March 17 is that it was driven by the “kids,” which has been a more consistent theme in March. Let’s examine how they have gotten to this point.
If The Blackhawks Hit the TV Screen...
March 19, 2024 by Brooke LoFurno (THW Substack Premium Content)
Some fun news came out on March 18, saying that the NHL came to an agreement for a series on Amazon that will follow 10-12 star players, with the series set to be released in the Fall. I would assume Connor Bedard is likely to star in this show (if he chooses to do so), and it got me pondering the question, “If the Blackhawks were to have an Amazon series that just chronicled their players only, who would make the best options?”
Blackhawks Recall Lukas Reichel From AHL’s Rockford IceHogs
March 16, 2024 by Hunter Crowther
Almost immediately after their 5-0 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Mar. 15, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that Lukas Reichel had been recalled from the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs.