Chicago Blackhawks facts for kids
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| Conference | Western |
| Division | Central |
| Founded | 1926 |
| History | Chicago Black Hawks 1926–1986 Chicago Blackhawks 1986–present |
| Home arena | United Center |
| City | Chicago, Illinois |
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| Colors | Red, white, black |
| Media | Chicago Sports Network WGN (720 AM) |
| Owner(s) | Wirtz Corporation Danny Wirtz, chairman |
| General manager | Kyle Davidson |
| Head coach | Jeff Blashill |
| Captain | Nick Foligno |
| Minor league affiliates | Rockford IceHogs (AHL) Indy Fuel (ECHL) |
| Stanley Cups | 6 (1933–34, 1937–38, 1960–61, 2009–10, 2012–13, 2014–15) |
| Conference championships | 4 (1991–92, 2009–10, 2012–13, 2014–15) |
| Presidents' Trophies | 2 (1990–91, 2012–13) |
| Division championships | 16 (1969–70, 1970–71, 1971–72, 1972–73, 1975–76, 1977–78, 1978–79, 1979–80, 1982–83, 1985–86, 1989–90, 1990–91, 1992–93, 2009–10, 2012–13, 2016–17) |
The Chicago Blackhawks (often called the Hawks) are a professional ice hockey team from Chicago. They play in the National Hockey League (NHL) as part of the Western Conference's Central Division. The Blackhawks have won six Stanley Cup championships since they started in 1926. They are one of the "Original Six" NHL teams, which also include the Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins, and New York Rangers. Since the 1994-95 season, the team has played its home games at the United Center. They share this arena with the National Basketball Association's Chicago Bulls. Both teams used to play at the Chicago Stadium, which was later torn down.
The Blackhawks' first owner was Frederic McLaughlin. He was very involved with the team and helped them win two Stanley Cup titles in 1934 and 1938. After McLaughlin passed away in 1944, the Norris family took over. They also owned the Chicago Stadium. Under James D. Norris, the team won another Stanley Cup in 1961. In 2007, Rocky Wirtz became the owner. He helped turn the team around, bringing back fan interest and making them competitive again. Under Rocky Wirtz, the Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup three more times: in 2010, 2013, and 2015. Rocky Wirtz passed away in July 2023. His son, Danny Wirtz, is now the chairman of the Blackhawks.
Contents
- Team History
- Team Information
- Media and Announcers
- Season Records
- Players and Personnel
- Scoring Leaders
- See also
Team History
How the Blackhawks Started
On May 1, 1926, the NHL decided to add a new team in Chicago. This team was first bought by a group led by Huntington Hardwick. Just a month later, a Chicago coffee businessman named Frederic McLaughlin bought the team.
McLaughlin had been a commander in the military during World War I. His division was called the "Blackhawk Division" after Black Hawk, a Native American leader from Illinois. McLaughlin named the hockey team in honor of this military unit. This made it one of many sports teams named after Native Americans. Until 1986, the team's name was spelled as two words, "Black Hawks." Then, it officially became "Blackhawks," based on how it was written in the original team documents.
The Black Hawks began playing in the 1926–27 season. They played their first game on November 17, 1926, at the Chicago Coliseum. They won their first game 4–1. Their first season was pretty good, as they finished third in their division. However, they lost in the first round of the playoffs.
The McLaughlin Years (1926–1944)
After their first playoff loss, owner Frederic McLaughlin fired the coach, Pete Muldoon. A sportswriter later made up a story about Muldoon putting a "curse" on the team, saying they would never finish first. Even though it was a made-up story, the team didn't finish first in the standings for a long time, even when they won championships.
In 1931, with star players like Johnny Gottselig, Cy Wentworth, and goalie Charlie Gardiner, the Hawks reached their first Stanley Cup Finals. They lost to the Montreal Canadiens. Two years later, in 1934, Gardiner led the team to their first Stanley Cup victory. They beat the Detroit Red Wings in a thrilling final game.
In 1938, the Black Hawks had a tough season and barely made the playoffs. But they surprised everyone by winning their second championship against the Toronto Maple Leafs. This team had the worst regular season record of any Stanley Cup champion in history.
The Black Hawks returned to the Finals in 1944 but lost to the powerful Canadiens.
The Norris Family Era (1944–1966)
After McLaughlin passed away, the team was sold to a group led by Bill Tobin. However, the real owner behind the scenes was James E. Norris, who also owned the rival Detroit Red Wings. For many years, the Black Hawks struggled, often trading good players to Detroit. Between 1945 and 1958, they only made the playoffs twice.
In the late 1950s, the Hawks got much better. They signed young stars like Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita, and Pierre Pilote. They also got goalie Glenn Hall and veteran forward Ted Lindsay from Detroit. These players became legends and are now in the Hockey Hall of Fame.
After losing in the first round of the playoffs in 1959 and 1960, the Hawks finally won their third Stanley Cup in 1961. They beat the Canadiens and then the Red Wings.
The Hawks reached the Stanley Cup Finals two more times in the 1960s but lost both times. Still, they were a very strong team. Hull scored 50 goals in a season four times, and Mikita won scoring titles and MVP awards. Despite having many great players, they couldn't win another championship during this time.
In 1967, the Black Hawks finished first in the league for the first time ever, breaking the "Curse of Muldoon." However, they lost in the semifinals.
The Arthur Wirtz Era (1966–1983)
After James D. Norris passed away in 1966, ownership of the team went to his longtime partner Arthur Wirtz and his son Bill Wirtz.
In 1967, the Black Hawks made a trade with the Boston Bruins that turned out to be one of the most one-sided in hockey history. Chicago sent young players Phil Esposito, Ken Hodge, and Fred Stanfield to Boston. These players went on to lead the Bruins to two Stanley Cups, while the Hawks struggled.
Despite this trade, the Black Hawks improved in the 1970–71 season. They moved to the West Division and quickly became the best team there. With new goalie Tony Esposito (Phil's younger brother), Bobby Hull, and other strong players, the Hawks reached the Stanley Cup Finals again but lost to the Canadiens.
A big change happened in 1972 when the World Hockey Association (WHA) started. Star player Bobby Hull left the NHL to join the Winnipeg Jets in the WHA for a huge contract. Even without Hull, the Black Hawks made it to the Stanley Cup Finals again in 1973, but lost to Montreal once more.
For the rest of the 1970s, the Black Hawks made the playoffs every year and won seven division championships. However, they were never serious contenders for the Stanley Cup. Legendary defenseman Bobby Orr joined the team in 1976 but was often injured and retired in 1979. Stan Mikita also retired the following year after playing for Chicago for 22 years.
By 1982, the Black Hawks surprised everyone by making a deep playoff run. Led by Denis Savard and Doug Wilson, they reached the third round before losing. They repeated this success in 1983, again reaching the third round.
The Bill Wirtz Era (1983–2007)
In 1983, Arthur Wirtz passed away, and his son Bill Wirtz took full control of the team. The Black Hawks continued to make the playoffs but slowly declined.
During a 1985 playoff series, Blackhawks fans started a tradition of cheering loudly during the singing of "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Before the 1986–87 season, the team discovered that their original contract spelled the name as one word: "Blackhawks." So, the name officially became "Chicago Blackhawks" from then on.
In the late 1980s, the Blackhawks kept making the playoffs but often lost in the early rounds. In 1989, with new players like goalie Ed Belfour and center Jeremy Roenick, they reached the conference finals but lost. The following season, they won their division but again lost in the third round.
In 1991, Chicago had the best regular season record in the NHL but were upset in the first round of the playoffs. In 1992, the Blackhawks, led by Roenick, Steve Larmer, Chris Chelios, and Belfour, finally reached the Stanley Cup Finals after 19 years. They won 11 playoff games in a row, setting an NHL record. However, they were swept by the Mario Lemieux-led Pittsburgh Penguins in four games.
The 1993–94 season was the Blackhawks' last at the Chicago Stadium. The team moved into the new United Center for the 1994–95 season. They reached the conference finals that year but lost to the Detroit Red Wings.
The Blackhawks struggled in the late 1990s and missed the playoffs for the first time in 29 years in 1998. They continued to miss the playoffs for several seasons.
The early 2000s were also tough for the Blackhawks. They were often out of playoff contention. Many fans were unhappy with owner Bill Wirtz, who was sometimes called "Dollar Bill." He didn't allow home games to be shown on local TV, saying it was unfair to season ticket holders. He also raised ticket prices, making them very expensive.
In 2006, the team drafted Jonathan Toews. They also acquired talented forward Martin Havlat. In November 2006, Denis Savard, a popular former player, became the head coach. The Blackhawks finished with one of the worst records in the NHL that season. However, they won the first overall pick in the draft and used it to select Patrick Kane.
The Rocky Wirtz Era (2007–2023)
Rebuilding the Team (2007–2009)
On September 26, 2007, longtime owner Bill Wirtz passed away. His son, Rocky, took over and made big changes. He started showing home games on local TV again and brought back former Blackhawks stars as "hockey ambassadors."
The team began to rebuild with young stars like Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews. Kane won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best rookie in 2008. The Blackhawks finished the 2007–08 season with a winning record for the first time in six years.
Before the 2008–09 season, 20-year-old Toews was named the new captain, making him one of the youngest captains in the league. The team also signed new players like goalie Cristobal Huet and defenseman Brian Campbell. In October 2008, Joel Quenneville became the new head coach.
The Blackhawks hosted the 2009 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field on New Year's Day against the Detroit Red Wings. The Red Wings won the outdoor game 6–4.
The Blackhawks finished the 2008–09 season in second place in their division. They made the playoffs for the first time since 2002. They defeated the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks to reach the conference finals. They then lost to the Detroit Red Wings. During this season, the team led the NHL in home attendance, showing how much fan interest had returned.
Winning the Stanley Cup (2009–2010)
Before the 2009–10 season, the Blackhawks signed star player Marian Hossa. They also made some changes in their management, with Stan Bowman becoming the new general manager. The Blackhawks continued to sell out games, showing their huge popularity.
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Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews, and Duncan Keith all signed long-term contracts. In April 2010, the Hawks set new franchise records for wins and points in a season.
The Blackhawks made the playoffs for the second year in a row. They defeated the Nashville Predators and the Vancouver Canucks. They then swept the San Jose Sharks to reach the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1992. They played the Philadelphia Flyers and won in six games, securing their fourth Stanley Cup. This ended the team's 49-year championship drought.
Building for More Success (2010–2012)
After winning the Cup, the Blackhawks had to trade several key players due to salary cap rules. They also signed new goalie Marty Turco and later relied on rookie Corey Crawford. Despite these changes, the Blackhawks made the playoffs in 2011. They faced the Vancouver Canucks in the first round and lost in a tough seven-game series.
Before the 2011–12 season, the team continued to make roster changes to manage their salary cap. They traded veteran players and signed new ones. The Blackhawks qualified for the playoffs again but lost in the first round to the Phoenix Coyotes in six games. Five of the six games went into overtime.
Presidents' Trophy and Fifth Stanley Cup (2012–2013)
The lockout-shortened 2012–13 season started with great success for the Blackhawks. They set a new NHL record by earning at least one point in their first 24 games (21 wins, 3 overtime losses). This was the third-longest streak in NHL history.
The Blackhawks won the Presidents' Trophy for having the best regular season record in the NHL. In the playoffs, they defeated the Minnesota Wild. Then, they faced the Detroit Red Wings in the conference semifinals. The Blackhawks came back from being down 3–1 in the series to win in seven games. They then defeated the defending champion Los Angeles Kings to reach the Stanley Cup Finals again.
The Blackhawks played the Boston Bruins in the 2013 Stanley Cup Final. This was the first time since 1979 that two "Original Six" teams met in the Finals. On June 24, the Blackhawks defeated the Bruins in Game 6 to win their fifth Stanley Cup. They scored two goals in the final 1:16 of the game to win 3–2 in a dramatic finish.
Sixth Stanley Cup and Continued Success (2013–2016)
The Blackhawks aimed to win back-to-back Stanley Cups in the 2013–14 season. They made some changes to stay under the salary cap. The team played another outdoor game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Soldier Field as part of the 2014 Stadium Series, winning 5–1. The Blackhawks finished third in their division and defeated the St. Louis Blues and Minnesota Wild in the playoffs. However, they lost to the Los Angeles Kings in seven games.
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The team's roster stayed mostly the same for the 2014–15 season. Patrick Kane led the team in scoring. Six Blackhawks players were chosen for the All-Star Game. They also played in the 2015 NHL Winter Classic at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., losing to the Washington Capitals. Kane suffered a shoulder injury late in the season but returned for the playoffs. The Blackhawks defeated the Nashville Predators and swept the Minnesota Wild to reach the conference finals. They then defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2015 Stanley Cup Final to win their sixth Stanley Cup, solidifying their status as a modern NHL dynasty.
The Blackhawks' roster changed again before the 2015–16 season due to salary cap issues. They traded away key players like Brandon Saad and Patrick Sharp. However, they signed Artemi Panarin from Russia, who became a star. Patrick Kane had an amazing season, leading the NHL in points and winning the Art Ross Trophy, Hart Memorial Trophy (MVP), and Ted Lindsay Award. Panarin won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the best rookie. The Blackhawks finished third in their division but lost to the St. Louis Blues in the first round of the 2016 playoffs.
Post-Cup Years and Retooling (2016–2020)
More salary cap issues led to more trades before the 2016–17 season. The team traded Andrew Shaw and Bryan Bickell to free up cap space. They brought in new players and relied on rookies from their farm system. Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin continued to lead the offense. The Blackhawks finished first in their division and earned the top spot in the Western Conference for the 2017 playoffs. However, they were swept in the first round by the eighth-seeded Nashville Predators, which was a big upset.
Before the 2017–18 season, Marian Hossa announced he would miss the season due to a skin condition. The team traded veteran defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson and Artemi Panarin, bringing back Brandon Saad. Goalie Corey Crawford was injured during the season, which hurt the team. The Blackhawks missed the playoffs in 2018 for the first time in nine years.
In 2018, the Blackhawks made some changes to their roster. After a slow start to the 2018–19 season, head coach Joel Quenneville was fired and Jeremy Colliton took over. The team struggled but improved in the second half of the season, though they still missed the playoffs. In 2019, they drafted Kirby Dach with the third overall pick.
Before the 2019–20 season, the Blackhawks signed new players like goalie Robin Lehner and forward Andrew Shaw. The season was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Blackhawks made the expanded 2020 playoffs and defeated the Edmonton Oilers in the qualifying round. They then lost to the Vegas Golden Knights.
End of the Toews and Kane Era (2020–2023)
The 2020–21 season was shorter due to the pandemic. Captain Jonathan Toews missed the season due to an illness. Longtime goalie Corey Crawford left the team. The Blackhawks relied on many rookies. They finished sixth in their division and missed the playoffs.
In October 2021, an investigation revealed that the team's leadership in 2010 did not properly handle a serious situation involving a former video coach. As a result, general manager Stan Bowman and other staff resigned. The NHL fined the Blackhawks $2 million.
Before his resignation, Bowman had tried to build a competitive team. The Blackhawks traded veteran defenseman Duncan Keith and acquired Seth Jones. They also got goalie Marc-Andre Fleury. Jonathan Toews returned to play in the 2021–22 season.
In November 2021, coach Jeremy Colliton was fired after a poor start to the season. Derek King became the interim coach. The Blackhawks continued to struggle and missed the playoffs again.
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On June 27, 2022, Luke Richardson was named the new head coach. General manager Kyle Davidson announced the team would focus on rebuilding and getting more draft picks. They traded star players Alex DeBrincat and Kirby Dach for draft picks. They also traded Patrick Kane to the New York Rangers in February 2023. Captain Jonathan Toews missed many games due to Long COVID. The team announced they would not re-sign Toews. The Blackhawks finished last in their division with one of the worst records in the NHL.
The Danny Wirtz Era (2023–Present)
Rebuilding with Connor Bedard (2023–Present)
The Blackhawks won the 2023 draft lottery, giving them the first overall pick. They used this pick to draft Connor Bedard, a highly anticipated young player. The team also acquired veteran forwards like Taylor Hall, Nick Foligno, and Corey Perry.
Rocky Wirtz passed away in July 2023. His son, Danny Wirtz, became the chairman of the company that owns the Blackhawks. The team continued to struggle on the ice during the 2023–24 NHL season, finishing with one of the worst records in franchise history. Many players, including Bedard and Hall, were injured. Corey Perry's contract was ended due to a team policy violation. Bedard won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's best first-year player.
On December 5, 2024, the Blackhawks fired Luke Richardson and named Anders Sorensen as interim head coach.
Team Information
Jerseys
The Blackhawks wear mostly red jerseys with black and white stripes on the sleeves and waist. Their white jerseys have black, white, and red stripes. The team's main logo is on the front, and a "C" with crossed tomahawks is on each shoulder. This design started in 1955 and has only had small changes since.
Many sports experts and fans have voted the Blackhawks' jersey as one of the best in professional sports and the best in the NHL.
Since 2009, the Blackhawks have worn special camouflage jerseys during warm-ups on Veterans Day. These jerseys are later sold to raise money for military support groups.
The Blackhawks have also worn special jerseys for outdoor games like the Winter Classic and Stadium Series. These jerseys often feature older designs or unique elements like the Flag of Chicago stars.
In 2017, Adidas became the official uniform maker for the NHL. The Blackhawks' jerseys kept their classic look but with new materials and small design updates. For the 2018–19 season, they wore a patch with the number 21 to honor Stan Mikita, who passed away. For the 2019 Winter Classic, they wore jerseys similar to their very early designs from the 1920s and 1930s.
Starting in 2020, the NHL allowed advertising on helmets. The Blackhawks' first helmet sponsor was United Airlines. They also wore "Reverse Retro" alternate uniforms in 2020 and 2022, inspired by older team designs.
For the 2021–22 season, Adidas introduced new uniforms made from recycled materials. The Blackhawks' logo on these jerseys has raised details. They also wore a patch with the number 35 to remember Tony Esposito, who passed away in 2021. For the 2023–24 season, they wore a "ROCKY" patch to honor Rocky Wirtz.
Starting with the 2024–25 season, Fanatics took over as the uniform maker. The Blackhawks also added a sponsor patch to their home jerseys. For the 2025 Winter Classic, they will wear retro-inspired red uniforms with a special crest. For their 2025–26 centennial season, they will wear modified home jerseys with gold trim and a 100th anniversary patch.
Logo
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The team's original logo was designed by Irene Castle, the wife of owner Frederic McLaughlin. It showed a black and white Native American head. This design changed several times over the years. In 1955, the outer circle was removed, and the head began to look like the current logo. The basic logo and jersey design have stayed mostly the same since 1964. In 2008, The Hockey News voted the team's main logo as the best in the NHL.
However, the team's name and logo have faced criticism. Some people believe that using Native American images as sports mascots is disrespectful and promotes harmful stereotypes. The National Congress of American Indians and the American Indian Center of Chicago have called for the team to change its name and logo. They argue that these images profit from stereotypes.
In 2019, the American Indian Center of Chicago ended its relationship with the Chicago Blackhawks Foundation, stating they would no longer work with organizations that use "Indian" mascots.
On July 7, 2020, the Blackhawks released a statement defending their name and logo. They said the name and logo honor Black Hawk, a historic Native American leader. They also stated they would work to "expand awareness" of Black Hawk and Indigenous American contributions. Despite this, some members of Black Hawk's family and many Native organizations continue to ask the team to change its name and logo.
Mascot
The Blackhawks' mascot is Tommy Hawk. He is a black hawk character who wears the team's four feathers and a Blackhawks jersey. Tommy Hawk entertains fans at games and greets them around the arena. He was introduced in the 2001–02 season and was inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame in 2019.
Practice Facilities
The Blackhawks practice at the Fifth Third Arena, located in Chicago. This large facility opened in 2017 and is also a community center. It hosts hockey and ice skating programs for all ages.
Circus Trip
For many years, the Blackhawks and the Chicago Bulls would go on a two-week road trip in November. This was because their home arena, the United Center, would be leased out to circus acts and ice skating shows. During this time, the Blackhawks would play several games away from home. This tradition changed when the circus stopped coming to the United Center in 2017.
Media and Announcers
Since the 2008–09 season, all Blackhawks games have been broadcast on television. Many games are shown on NBC Sports Chicago. Radio broadcasts are on WGN Radio (720 AM).
As of the 2024–25 season, Rick Ball calls the play-by-play on television, and John Wiedeman does so on radio. Darren Pang and Troy Murray are the TV and radio color commentators, respectively.
Season Records
This is a partial list of the last five seasons completed by the Blackhawks. For the full season-by-season history, see List of Chicago Blackhawks seasons.
Note: GP = Games played, W = Wins, L = Losses, OTL = Overtime losses, Pts = Points, GF = Goals for, GA = Goals against
| Season | GP | W | L | OTL | Pts | GF | GA | Finish | Playoffs |
| 2020–21 | 56 | 24 | 25 | 7 | 55 | 161 | 186 | 6th, Central | Did not qualify |
| 2021–22 | 82 | 28 | 42 | 12 | 68 | 219 | 291 | 7th, Central | Did not qualify |
| 2022–23 | 82 | 26 | 49 | 7 | 59 | 204 | 301 | 8th, Central | Did not qualify |
| 2023–24 | 82 | 23 | 53 | 6 | 52 | 179 | 290 | 8th, Central | Did not qualify |
| 2024–25 | 82 | 25 | 46 | 11 | 61 | 226 | 296 | 8th, Central | Did not qualify |
Players and Personnel
Current Roster
Updated December 20, 2022
| # | Nat | Player | Pos | S/G | Age | Acquired | Birthplace |
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| 89 |  |
Andreas Athanasiou | LW | L | 31 | 2022 | London, Ontario |
| 43 |  |
Colin Blackwell | C | R | 32 | 2022 | North Andover, Massachusetts |
| 17 | |
Jason Dickinson | C | L | 30 | 2022 | Georgetown, Ontario |
| 13 | |
Max Domi | LW | L | 30 | 2022 | Winnipeg, Manitoba |
| 58 | |
MacKenzie Entwistle | RW | R | 26 | 2018 | Mississauga, Ontario |
| 8 | |
Jack Johnson | D | L | 38 | 2022 | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 52 | |
Reese Johnson | RW | R | 27 | 2019 | Regina, Saskatchewan |
| 90 | |
Tyler Johnson | C | R | 35 | 2021 | Liberty Lake, Washington |
| 82 | |
Caleb Jones | D | L | 28 | 2021 | Arlington, Texas |
| 4 | |
Seth Jones (A) | D | R | 30 | 2021 | Arlington, Texas |
| 88 | |
Patrick Kane (A) | RW | L | 36 | 2007 | Buffalo, New York |
| 14 | |
Boris Katchouk | LW | L | 27 | 2022 | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 16 | |
Jujhar Khaira | LW | L | 30 | 2021 | Surrey, British Columbia |
| 23 |  |
Philipp Kurashev | C | L | 25 | 2018 | Munsingen, Switzerland |
| 24 | |
Sam Lafferty | C | R | 30 | 2022 | Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania |
| 6 | |
Jake McCabe | D | L | 31 | 2021 | Eau Claire, Wisconsin |
| 51 | |
Ian Mitchell | D | R | 26 | 2017 | St. Albert, Alberta |
| 34 |  |
Petr Mrazek | G | L | 33 | 2022 | Ostrava, Czechoslovakia |
| 5 | |
Connor Murphy (A) | D | R | 32 | 2017 | Boston, Massachusetts |
| 41 | |
Isaak Phillips | D | L | 23 | 2020 | Barrie, Ontario |
| 11 | |
Taylor Raddysh | RW | R | 27 | 2022 | Caledon, Ontario |
| 32 | |
Alex Stalock | G | L | 38 | 2022 | St. Paul, Minnesota |
| 25 | |
Jarred Tinordi  |
D | L | 33 | 2022 | Burnsville, Minnesota |
| 19 | |
Jonathan Toews (C) | C | L | 37 | 2006 | Winnipeg, Manitoba |
Retired Numbers
| No. | Player | Position | Career | No. retirement |
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| 1 | Glenn Hall | G | 1957–1967 | November 20, 1988 |
| 3 | Keith Magnuson 1 | D | 1969–1980 | November 12, 2008 |
| Pierre Pilote 1 | D | 1955–1968 | ||
| 7 | Chris Chelios | D | 1990–1999 | February 25, 2024 |
| 9 | Bobby Hull | LW | 1957–1972 | December 18, 1983 |
| 18 | Denis Savard | C | 1980–1990 1995–1997 |
March 19, 1998 |
| 21 | Stan Mikita | C | 1958–1980 | October 19, 1980 |
| 35 | Tony Esposito | G | 1969–1984 | November 20, 1988 |
| 81 | Marian Hossa | RW | 2009–2017 | November 20, 2022 |
Notes:
- 1 Both players who wore No. 3 were honored.
- The NHL retired Wayne Gretzky's No. 99 for all its teams in 2000.
Hockey Hall of Fame Members
The Chicago Blackhawks have many players and builders (like owners or coaches) who are in the Hockey Hall of Fame. This includes 42 former players and 10 builders. Three broadcasters connected to the team have also won awards from the Hall of Fame.
Players
- Sid Abel
- Ed Belfour
- Doug Bentley
- Max Bentley
- Georges Boucher
- Frank Brimsek
- Chris Chelios
- Paul Coffey
- Lionel Conacher
- Roy Conacher
- Art Coulter
- Babe Dye
- Phil Esposito
- Tony Esposito
- Bill Gadsby
- Charlie Gardiner
- Doug Gilmour
- Michel Goulet
- Glenn Hall
- Marian Hossa
- Bobby Hull
- George Hay
- Dick Irvin
- Duke Keats
- Duncan Keith
- Hugh Lehman
- Ted Lindsay
- Harry Lumley
- Mickey MacKay
- Stan Mikita
- Howie Morenz
- Bill Mosienko
- Bert Olmstead
- Bobby Orr
- Pierre Pilote
- Jeremy Roenick
- Denis Savard
- Earl Seibert
- Clint Smith
- Allan Stanley
- John Stewart
- Harry Watson
- Doug Wilson
Builders
- Al Arbour
- Tommy Ivan
- John Mariucci
- Frederic McLaughlin
- James D. Norris
- James E. Norris
- Rudy Pilous
- Bud Poile
- Arthur Wirtz
- Bill Wirtz
Team Captains
- Dick Irvin, 1926–1929
- Duke Dukowski, 1929–1930
- Ty Arbour, 1930–1931
- Marvin Wentworth, 1931–1932
- Helge Bostrom, 1932–1933
- Charlie Gardiner, 1933–1934
- Johnny Gottselig, 1935–1940
- Earl Seibert, 1940–1942
- Doug Bentley, 1942–1944, 1949–1950
- Clint Smith, 1944–1945
- John Mariucci, 1945–1946, 1947–1948
- Red Hamill, 1946–1947
- Gaye Stewart, 1948–1949
- Jack Stewart, 1950–1952
- Bill Gadsby, 1952–1954
- Gus Mortson, 1954–1957
- Ed Litzenberger, 1958–1961
- Pierre Pilote, 1961–1968
- Pat Stapleton, 1969–1970
- Pit Martin, 1975–1976
- Pit Martin; Stan Mikita; Keith Magnuson, 1976–1977
- Keith Magnuson, 1977–1979
- Terry Ruskowski, 1979–1982
- Darryl Sutter, 1982–1987
- Bob Murray, 1985–1986 (interim)
- Denis Savard, 1988–1989
- Dirk Graham, 1989–1995
- Chris Chelios, 1995–1999
- Doug Gilmour, 1999–2000
- Tony Amonte, 2000–2002
- Alexei Zhamnov, 2002–2004
- Adrian Aucoin, 2005–2007
- Martin Lapointe, 2006 (interim)
- Jonathan Toews, 2008–2023
- Nick Foligno, 2024–present
Scoring Leaders
Top Regular Season Scorers
These are the top ten players with the most points in the Blackhawks' regular season history.
- * – current Blackhawks player
Note: Pos = Position; GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; P/G = Points per game
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Top Playoff Scorers
These are the top ten players with the most points in the Blackhawks' playoff history.
- * – current Blackhawks player
Note: Pos = Position; GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; P/G = Points per game
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See also
In Spanish: Chicago Blackhawks para niños
- List of Chicago Blackhawks award winners
- List of Chicago Blackhawks draft picks
- List of Chicago Blackhawks general managers
- List of Chicago Blackhawks head coaches
