Yes.

The veteran gets the nod over Delia.

The Hawks lose every WC anyway so does it matter? Ha.
- Justin Lowe

"Clearly he’s had a great career and he’s an important part of our group," Colliton said. "His experience and veteran leadership and there was some talk about him addressing the team after the San Jose game, and I don’t think we should minimize that effect that he had on the group. Guys respect him and he’s played well for us. He’s played hard, he competes and I’m happy for him to get the opportunity."

So, obviously a nod to his long career and impact in the room rather than confidence in his ability to win.

Drake Caggiula is sorting out his U.S. visa. #Blackhawks⁠ ⁠ are hoping it will be resolved by the end of the week.
- walleyeb1

He's a Canadian kid that signed with a Canadian team right out of college. He's never had to get a US work Visa... it'll just be paperwork and sounds like he'll be suiting up eright after the WC.

They are not going to move Nylander unless Nylander asks them to do it. One of the promises made during the negotiations was that Dubas would not trade Nylander as long as he was GM of the Maple Leafs. He publicly stated as much in interviews broadcast on national television. If he were to immediately go back on his word and trade Nylander, it would do irreparable damage to any contract negotiations moving forward with any players they want to sign or keep in Toronto.
- Hawks_49

This. You beat me to it. Just catching up now.

Maybe learn how to spell his (frank)ing name before you decide where he should play. jesus your ideas are awful
- GPHawksfan

Enough GP. Mods are on to us again.

Everyone has a voice here and if you have a problem with someone, best just to DM me instead of posting stuff like this.

I would like Kapanen as part of the return if Keith heads to the Leafs
- ikeane

Grundstrom too.

I’m sure we’re all in different time zones and countries so Happy New Year wherever you are!

Win or lose, here’s to a competitive 2019 for the Blackhawks!
- AEL_Fox

Happy New Year!

Yes.

The veteran gets the nod over Delia.

The Hawks lose every WC anyway so does it matter? Ha.
- Justin Lowe

Bad move HAWKS are not a charity . Play the guy who gives you the best chance to win every game. I guess we will just give everybody a Participant trophy . I freaking hate these garbage games .. Just get it over with ..

He's a Canadian kid that signed with a Canadian team right out of college. He's never had to get a US work Visa... it'll just be paperwork and sounds like he'll be suiting up eright after the WC.
- Justin Lowe

Or when the government shutdown is over.

Without a proven number 1 defenseman, with their star players on the downsides of their careers, and with all their depth being prospects I figure the Hawks are 5 to 6 years away from contending, at best. The Hawks have to rebuild, they're not going to retool their way out especially with all the young star talent OTHER teams have that the Hawks dont.



- paulr

It’s gonna be Jokiharju. He’s 19, and probably the 2nd best defenseman now. If he continues his upward trajectory, he should be outstanding at 21, with a couple of full seasons under his belt.

Or when the government shutdown is over.

- gramps

The leader slowed down Panics arrival as well.

Bad move HAWKS are not a charity . Play the guy who gives you the best chance to win every game. I guess we will just give everybody a Participant trophy . I freaking hate these garbage games .. Just get it over with ..
- oldduffman

Glenn Hall was the last goalie to play every game. Delia has been very good, but you don’t play a rookie in his 1st NHL season every game. He’s had three positive outcomes, let him take some time and build on those performances. You want him to be the #1 next year or the year after (depending on CC’s outcome). No need to force him into the #1 slot right now.

The CAN . RUS game has been outstanding. 3rd period just starting.

Happy New Year to Justin and all you all!

And Brad Marchand is a pussie.

The CAN . RUS game has been outstanding. 3rd period just starting.
- scottak

I don’t like the way Canada is playing, they’re trying to make the pretty play when they should be keeping their game more basic.

Without a proven number 1 defenseman, with their star players on the downsides of their careers, and with all their depth being prospects I figure the Hawks are 5 to 6 years away from contending, at best. The Hawks have to rebuild, they're not going to retool their way out especially with all the young star talent OTHER teams have that the Hawks dont.
- paulr

FWIW, the Hawks have the most prospects in the WJC with 8 if you include the concussed Nordgren. Two teams have 7 prospects and at least two teams have none.

Also, can't remember which news outlet it was (TSN, Hockey News, Sportsnet?) but one of them rated the Hawks prospect system around middle of the pack possibly even in the 11-15 range. They're trending in the right direction especially after the past two drafts.

Other teams may have some blue chippers but the Hawks have some pretty good ones coming up the ranks as well. Yes, could be better but still sufficient to have some excitement for the future.

Happy New Year to all! We're all Hawks fans here most of all anyway except for the trolls. As a 2019 resolution, lets keep the personal attacks out of our posts. It's great to have dissimilar opinions being discussed. Let's leave it at that.

Signing off for thr remainder of 2018. Go Hawks. Lets get the ship righted ASAP.
- boilermaker100

And hope 2019 brings new and long-time readers to start posting. While I love the regulars here, I do like reading new perspectives and hope we see more.

I don’t like the way Canada is playing, they’re trying to make the pretty play when they should be keeping their game more basic.
- DarthKane

Totally too cute out there. Entwistle nearly got them tied up...that was a close one.

If Stan could trade Seabrook, but had to give up a first round pick to do it, would you? I think I would if the pick was top 10 protected this year. I think with Seabrook's money, the Hawks could make a run at Karlsson. Combine that with a high draft pick this year, and maybe a top 6 FA signing, and we're back in contention next year. Then the 2020 pick that we don't have is a late pick.

"Clearly he’s had a great career and he’s an important part of our group," Colliton said. "His experience and veteran leadership and there was some talk about him addressing the team after the San Jose game, and I don’t think we should minimize that effect that he had on the group. Guys respect him and he’s played well for us. He’s played hard, he competes and I’m happy for him to get the opportunity."

So, obviously a nod to his long career and impact in the room rather than confidence in his ability to win.
- pdx2ord

Plenty of confidence "in his ability to win."

Enough GP. Mods are on to us again.

Everyone has a voice here and if you have a problem with someone, best just to DM me instead of posting stuff like this.
- Justin Lowe

as they should be...looking forward to bans or some posters cleaning up their act in 2019...

If Stan could trade Seabrook, but had to give up a first round pick to do it, would you? I think I would if the pick was top 10 protected this year. I think with Seabrook's money, the Hawks could make a run at Karlsson. Combine that with a high draft pick this year, and maybe a top 6 FA signing, and we're back in contention next year. Then the 2020 pick that we don't have is a late pick.
- tvetter

Absolutely no to Karlsson. He is no better then Seabs in his own end. And what has he brought to SJ?

Bad move HAWKS are not a charity . Play the guy who gives you the best chance to win every game. I guess we will just give everybody a Participant trophy . I freaking hate these garbage games .. Just get it over with ..
- oldduffman

Must agree. How does it benefit the Hawks moving forward for Ward to play instead of giving Delia experience (whether positive or negative, nonetheless "big game" experience.)_

Just landed back in Ontario. Happy New Years everyone!
- Justin Lowe

You to Justin happy New year's and to your family

And hope 2019 brings new and long-time readers to start posting. While I love the regulars here, I do like reading new perspectives and hope we see more.
- AEL_Fox

Agreed. The more the merrier!

Everyone, have a safe New Years.