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Stars trade proposal lands Connor Murphy in offseason Blackhawks deal

The Dallas Stars are in the midst of a quest for what would be their first Stanley Cup championship since the franchise’s only title to date, which was won in 1999.

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Young Blackhawks Are Ready to Take Control of the Team

When we look back at it, the spring of 2025 will probably be seen as a turning point for the rebuilding Chicago Blackhawks. Sure, Connor Bedard was drafted and immediately dubbed the new cornerstone of the franchise, and he’s already almost two seasons in Chicago.

Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 22

Best Connor Murphy landing spots before 2025 NHL trade deadline

The Chicago Blackhawks are likely to be sellers at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. In fact, the Blackhawks began this process by trading Taylor Hall to the Carolina Hurricanes back in late January.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / February 14

Analyst: 6-foot-4 D-man would be ideal upgrade for Leafs

Analyst: 6-foot-4 right-hand defenseman would be ideal upgrade for Maple Leafs

Trade rumors have surrounded the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Insider hints at major trade incoming for Maple Leafs

Analyzing the trade value of Blackhawks' Ryan Donato

After years of big-game criticism Mitch Marner delivered with a huge goal for Canada

Who has the most hat tricks for every NHL franchise?

The 'Highest paid NHL players in 2024-25' quiz

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The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

The 'NHL players with multiple Hart Trophies' quiz

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / February 12

Connor Murphy Stablizes Blackhawks Blue Line & Alex Vlasic

Connor Murphy is one of those players you don’t realize how important they are until they are missing from the lineup. The veteran defenseman is one of the toughest players on the ice, and he stabilizes the blue line.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 7

Hawks’ defender Connor Murphy is emerging as a target for the Oilers

The priority for Edmonton at the trade deadline hasn’t changed much since opening night: addressing the glaring hole on the right side of their blue line alongside Darnell Nurse.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / February 4

Top-pairing D-man emerges as potential trade target for Leafs

Top-pairing defenseman emerges as potential trade target for Maple Leafs

GM Brad Treliving has to make some type of deal to help the Maple Leafs get to that next level.

Radio host bashes Patrik Laine, calls star 'lazy,' predicts Canadiens will not extend him

Vancouver Canucks players reportedly very upset over J.T. Miller trade

NHL insider hints at why J.T. Miller took a leave of absence earlier this season

NHL insider reveals Vancouver's immediate trade plans for Elias Pettersson

The 'Highest paid NHL players in 2024-25' quiz

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 1

Blackhawks activate Connor Murphy off IR

The Blackhawks welcomed back a veteran defenseman to their lineup against Florida earlier Saturday. The team announced that they activated blueliner Connor Murphy off injured reserve.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Bleacher Nation / February 1

Salary Cap Buzz, Murphy’s Back, Nobody’s Watching, Prospect Highlights, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

I’m incredibly thankful that the Blackhawks didn’t have a game yesterday because the news about the NHL/NHLPA agreement on salary cap figures for the next three seasons sent legit shockwaves through the hockey landscape.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Blackhawks’ Connor Murphy set to return following 13-game absence due to groin injury

Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy is set to return to the lineup after missing the past 13 games due to a groin injury, reports Mark Lazerus of The Athletic.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 30

Key Blackhawks defenseman is nearing a return from injury

Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy will likely be in and out of the lineup for the next little while as he tries to work his way back from osteitis pubis (as per Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times).

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 11

Blackhawks get three-time Stanley Cup champion back from IR

The Chicago Blackhawks are swapping a pair of veteran defensemen on the team’s injured reserve.

NHL PR issues statement on Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard

Chicago Blackhawks forward has worked his way out of the rotation

Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?

The 'Stanley Cup winning Chicago Blackhawks' quiz

Chicago Blackhawks News / ESPN / January 11

Blackhawks put defenseman Murphy on IR

The Chicago Blackhawks placed defenseman Connor Murphy on injured reserve Saturday because of a groin injury.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / October 17

Calgary Flames’ Sam Honzek week-to-week with upper-body injury

The Calgary Flames have announced that rookie Sam Honzek is week-to week with an upper-body injury. Honzek was injured during the October 15th game against the Chicago Blackhawks when defenseman Connor Murphy demolished him with a hit along the boards.

Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / October 2

Blackhawks Player Grades: Connor Murphy

Next up in our player grades series is a guy who simply can't catch a break. When on the ice, he's a solid defender and leader. However, that availability is not always there due to his physical nature on the back end. Throughout his career, Connor Murphy has been a staple on the Chicago Blackhawks' blue line.