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Over-Reacting Is Fun: Looking Into The Mark Eaton Decision
After three games with Mark Eaton the IceHogs are in a state of flux. They're also 0-2-1, Outscored 11-1. By Jack Masters, Icehogs...

Jack Masters
Dec 12, 2024


Hog Thoughts: What's The Plan With Cole Guttman?
The 25-year-old forward has been a top producer in Rockford for three years now (C/ Rockford IceHogs) By Jack Masters, Icehogs Analyst,...

Jack Masters
Dec 10, 2024


Hog Blog RED ALERT: Richardson OUT, Sorensen named Hawks Interim HC
Luke Richardson has been fired by the Blackhawks, Anders Sorensen to fill in as interim HC. By Jack Masters, IceHogs Analyst, @hogthought...

Jack Masters
Dec 5, 2024


When Could We See Frank Nazar Back In Chicago?
The Blackhawks are taking the slow approach with their rookie forward prospect, so when could we realistically see him back in Chicago?...

Jack Masters
Nov 28, 2024


IceHogs Weekly: Hogs Get 5 of 6 Points
IceHogs Right The Ship With a 2-0-1 Record In A 3 Game Set Against The Texas Stars. By Jack Masters, IceHogs Contributor, @hogthought on...

Jack Masters
Nov 25, 2024


Mitchell Weeks, Rockford's Ol' Reliable
Through call-up's and injuries, Mitchell Weeks has stood tall as Rockford's 3rd, Sometimes 4th Goalie. (Photo Courtesy/ Rockford IceHogs)...

Jack Masters
Nov 23, 2024


IceHogs Go 0-2 In Disappointing Weekend Set
Evaluating the IceHogs after a let-down of a weekend. By Jack Masters, Lead IceHogs Analyst, @hogthought on X ROCKFORD-- After the past...

Jack Masters
Nov 10, 2024


Hog Thoughts: Week In Review, Week Previewed
A look back at Rockford's trip to Manitoba, as well as a look ahead to Rockford's weekend slate. By Jack Masters, Lead IceHogs Analyst,...

Jack Masters
Oct 30, 2024


Icehogs weekend preview: True North edition
What you need to know before Rockford takes on the Manitoba Moose. (P/C Rockford IceHogs) By Jack Masters, Lead IceHogs Analyst,...

Jack Masters
Oct 26, 2024


IceHogs swept by Admirals in weekend Set
Re-capping Rockford's dud of a weekend vs. the Admirals. (C/ Milwaukee Admirals) ROCKFORD-- After an exciting home opener for Rockford...

Jack Masters
Oct 21, 2024


Icehogs Sign Fitzgerald to AHL-Contract
Fitzgerald was originally on a PTO deal. (C/Rockford Icehogs ) ROCKFORD— The Icehogs today signed vet-defender Cavan Fitzgerald to a SPC...

Jack Masters
Oct 19, 2024


Chicago Blackhawks announce extension of forward Landon Slaggert
Slaggert inked a two-year, one-way extension with the Blackhawks By Anthony Pellegrino @Pellegrinoap50 IceInsider.com Predators All...

Anthony Pellegrino
Oct 18, 2024


IceHogs Weekend Preview: Mee-Lee-Wah-Kay
Rockford begins a home-and-home series with the Milwaukee Admirals Friday night at the BMO Center. By Jack Masters, @hogthought on X,...

Jack Masters
Oct 18, 2024


Blackhawks place Martinez on IR, Recall Isaak Phillips
Phillips returns to the Blackhawks roster after a one-game stint in Rockford. By Jack Masters, Ice Insider Lead IceHogs Analyst,...

Jack Masters
Oct 17, 2024


Korchinski, Dach keys to victory as Icehogs prevail to Griffins 4-1
Rockford moves to 1-0 after an impressive showing in their home opener. By Jack Masters, Lead Icehogs Analyst, @hogthought on X...

Jack Masters
Oct 13, 2024


Icehogs Game Day Preview: Opening Night Edition against Grand Rapids
The Rockford IceHogs faceoff against the Griffins at 7:00 PM at the BMO Center By Jack Masters, Ice Insider Lead IceHogs Analyst,...

Jack Masters
Oct 12, 2024


COLUMN: Hawks Players To Have a Comeback Year
A deeper dive into Athanasiou, Hall who are predicted to have comeback seasons By Rob Rubio (@ MidWstOpeSports) IceInsider.com Lead...

Rob Rubio
Oct 8, 2024


Rockford IceHogs line predictions heading into the 2024-2025 season, revisited
Revisiting my earlier roster preview now that Rockford's season opener draws near. By Jack Masters, Lead IceHogs Analyst, @hogthought on...

Jack Masters
Oct 2, 2024


Blackhawks Training Camp Storyline: Wyatt Kaiser Was Strong Initial Impressions, so where is he?
On September 24th Richardson announced Kaiser would have a maintenance day, and hasn't been seen since. By Anthony Pellegrino @Apelle50...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 30, 2024


With Teuvo Teravainen in Chicago, a glimpse of the Stanley Cup Era hangs on
The forward is the last player rostered to have won a Stanley Cup with the Blackhawks in either 2010, 2013, or 2015 By Anthony Pellegrino...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 26, 2024


THE ICE IS BACK: Third feature with Chicago Blackhawks Defenseman Seth Jones
The 29-year-old Defenseman is heading into his fourth year with Chicago next month By Anthony Pellegrino @apelle50 IceInsider .com...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 24, 2024


Blackhawks Training Camp Updates: Day One: The End of the Beginning
The Blackhawks officially began on-ice practice this morning, running through October 6th By Anthony Pellegrino @Apelle50...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 20, 2024


THE ICE IS BACK: First Feature with Chicago Blackhawk's 2024 First Round Pick Sacha Boisvert
Bosvert was drafted by Chicago in the First Round, 14th Overall in the 2024 NHL Draft By Anthony Pellegrino @Apelle50 IceInsider.com...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 18, 2024


IN THE MAKING: Blackhawks name Nick Foligno 35th Captain in Franchise History
The veteran spent last season with Chicago, under contract through the 2025-2026 season By Rob Rubio (@ MidWstOpeSports) IceInsider.com...

Rob Rubio
Sep 18, 2024


IceHogs Sign Veteran Cavan Fitzgerald To PTO
Veteran D-Man spent the last four seasons in Chicago with the Wolves By Jack Masters @ Hogthought on X IceInsider.com IceHogs Analyst...

Jack Masters
Sep 18, 2024


Hawks Are Back In Town: Training Camp Starts Thursday
Chicago opens up training camp Wednesday with on-ice practice ahead on Thursday By Rob Rubio @MidWstOpeSports IceInsider.com ...

Rob Rubio
Sep 16, 2024


Hog Blog: Who Get's The Next Jersey Retirement?
By Jack Masters @ Hogthought on X IceInsider.com IceHogs Analyst Last week, the Icehogs released the promo schedule and I noticed it...

Jack Masters
Sep 15, 2024


Tom Kurvers Showcase: Blackhawks fall 4-3 in overtime against St Louis
The rookie squad faced off against the St Louis Blues rookie camp roster to open the Kurvers Showcase By Anthony Pellegrino @apelle50...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 14, 2024


David Gust set to Retire, will Join Chicago Fury AAA Front Office
After spending the last two seasons in the Blackhakws organization, the 8-year veteran is reportedly set to retire. Brad Repplinger/...

Jack Masters
Sep 11, 2024


Hog Thoughts: Depth In Rockford's Net
What will Rockford's crease look like this season? Masters answers below: Rockford's Drew Commesso is in the net against Grand Rapids....

Jack Masters
Sep 9, 2024


Ice Insider's exclusive program: THE ICE IS BACK to headline one-on-one interviews Feat. Stauber, Boisvert, and Jones
Starting September 14th: Three exclusive interviews, and countless exclusive information heading into training camp By Anthony Pellegrino...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 9, 2024


Blackhawks announce 2024 Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase: PLAYERS TO WATCH
The Blackhawks announced the 2024 Tom Kurvers roster yesterday By Anthony Pellegrino @apelle50 IceInsider.com Founder/Owner BOSTON--...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 6, 2024


END OF AN ERA: NBC Sports Chicago nearing expected close following 17 Years of Blackhawks coverage
The Network has covered numerous Blackhawks games since the 2008 Season. By Anthony Pellegrino @apelle50 IceInsider.com Founder/Owner...

Anthony Pellegrino
Sep 4, 2024


AHL Mandates Cut-Resistant Neckwear Immediately
Following tragedy in the EIHL, the AHL made the mandate official Friday By Rob Rubio @ MidWstOpeSports IceInsider.com Blackhawks...

Rob Rubio
Aug 26, 2024


Artyom Levshunov And His Impact In Rockford
Evaluating the 2nd overall selection and his potential impact from an Icehogs’ perspective. By Jack Masters @hogthought on X IceHogs...

Jack Masters
Aug 26, 2024


Would Yaroslav Askarov to the Blackhawks make sense?
The 22 year old Nashville Goaltender will not report to the AHL's Milwaukee Admirals On Monday August 19th , it was announced that...

Rob Rubio
Aug 21, 2024


Patrick Kane Reportedly Spotted Training in Chicago
The Ex-Blackhawk was seen skating with a group of Blackhawks, Oilers and Red Wings players. By Anthony Pellegrino @apelle50...

Anthony Pellegrino
Aug 14, 2024


Back in the Studio: Pat Boyle Slated to Return as Blackhawks Pre/Post Game Host
Earlier in the year, it was announced that the Chicago Blackhawks would not renew their contract with NBC Sports. In a joint move with...

Anthony Pellegrino
Aug 7, 2024


Blackhawks Sign Marek Vanacker Entry-Level Deal
On Monday, August 5th the Chicago Blackhawks announced that they have agreed to terms with forward Marek Vanacker to a three-year,...

Rob Rubio
Aug 6, 2024


Blackhawks resign Phillips, Crevier One-Year Deals
On Monday July 26th, the Chicago Blackhawks today announced that they have agreed to terms on one-year, two-way contracts with defensemen...

robbiscuitbud
Jul 29, 2024


Hogs Sign Four To AHL Deals
Icehogs GM Mark Bernard certainly had a busy Wednesday as the team announced today they came to 1-year AHL agreements with Defensemen...

Jack Masters
Jul 24, 2024


Hog Thoughts: Ryder Rolston A Prospect To Watch
Unsigned by his original draft team. Room to add muscle. Fierce competitor on the forecheck. Fast, energetic NHL level skater. Tireless...

Jack Masters
Jul 23, 2024


Weeks Returns to Hogs on 2-Year Deal
The Icehogs on Monday announced they’ve agreed to a 2 year AHL contract with goaltender Mitchell Weeks. Weeks, 23, has spent the last two...

Jack Masters
Jul 22, 2024


Rockford's Crease: Goaltender Drew Commesso's Future in Rockford and Beyond
Rookie Netminder Set for second season in Rockford. His first filled with the development that could tune him into an NHL starting...

robbiscuitbud
Jul 19, 2024


IceHogs Hire MacNevin As Assistant Coach
Earlier this month, the IceHogs hired former Kelowna Rockets Assistant Coach Josh MacNevin as an Assistant Coach. MacNevin, 47, spent...

Jack Masters
Jul 17, 2024


‘Home Away From Home’ Preseason Tickets On Sale
On Friday, July 12th Blackhawks released preseason tickets to ‘Home Away From Home’ on Saturday, October 5th against the St. Louis Blues...

Rob Rubio
Jul 12, 2024


Icehogs Re-Sign Strand to AHL Deal
The Icehogs are adding more depth by bringing back veteran d-man Austin Strand on a one-year AHL contract. Via Tony Androckitis on...

Jack Masters
Jul 12, 2024


Icehogs Unveil 2024-2025 Schedule
The Hockey equivalent of recieving your schedule for the upcoming school year has arrived. Schedule drop day. Earlier today the Icehogs...

Jack Masters
Jul 11, 2024


Blackhawks Release Season 2 Finale of ‘Every Shift’
On Thursday Blackhawks released the Season 2 finale of ‘Every Shift’ In the Season 2 finale of "Every Shift," dive into the...

Rob Rubio
Jul 11, 2024


Roll Out the Barrel! Hawks are headed Up Nort’!
On Monday the Chicago Blackhawks announced the team will return to Milwaukee, Wis. for another “Home Away From Home” preseason game at...

Rob Rubio
Jul 10, 2024
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