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 Newbie Hawks fan can't wait to cheer for Toews on U.S. Olympic teamTuesday, Feb. 16, 2010 Would hate to see Toews and Kane compete against each other Wrigleyville resident John Wellmeyer has only been a Hawks fan for three months, but he's already extremely excited about watching Jonathan Toews, Duncan Keith and Brent Seabrook compete alongside Patrick Kane and Marian Hossa on the U.S. Hockey Team. Read More  Feb. 10 Issue is out: First '10 Cubby Occurrence as Marlon Byrd eaten by huge Mesa Gila monsterFriday, Feb. 12, 2010 Among the headlines: Ricketts to compete for Gold in men's Winter Olympic figure skating; Steroid use up 50% among idiot Cardinals fans; and much, much more The Heckler's February issue has hit the streets to help ease your winter blues. We think it's our best ever, but we also thought signing Milton Bradley was a good move by Jim Hendry. Sometimes we're wrong. Read More  Jan. 10 Issue is out: Cubs Convention time!Friday, Jan. 15, 2010 Among the headlines: Cubs add ice rink to Hilton; Kitty O'Sheas unveils $24 'Convention fries'; and much more Great news: The Heckler's January issue has hit the streets just in time for the Cubs Convention. Once again, The Heckler will have a booth at the Hilton (No. 58 in the NW Hall.) We'll also be Tweeting like crazy, because that's what everyone else is doing. Read More  McDonough finally getting the hang of hockey lingoWednesday, Jan. 6, 2010 No longer calls puck 'that hard black disk thingie' John McDonough said he knew nothing about hockey when he left the Cubs to take over as president of the Blackhawks, but after two years at the helm, he's finally getting the hang of hockey lingo. Read More Kane, Keith, Toews mistaken for orphans in wacky caroling mishap Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 3 police injured after attempting to arrest Blackhawks Reports of three "shaggy-haired boys" who'd escaped a local orphanage recently led cops to a trio of newly-rich Blackhawks attempting to spread some holiday cheer. Read More  Dec. 09 issue is out: NFL Today adds 10th host; Bears demoted to CFL; Hawks sign entire team for lifeTuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's December issue has hit the streets. In addition to our award-winning unbelievable Chicago sports coverage, this month The Heckler names its first-ever Sportsman of the Year. Here's a hint: His nickname should be "Pick Six." Read More  New Hawks fan blocks other fan's view with his big, stupid headWednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 Newbie shows no consideration for those around him The Blackhawks' resurgence has brought a new generation of fans to the regularly sold-out United Center. Most in Chicago are happy to see it, but they don't sit behind a newbie fan like Jimmy Adams, who has never learned the etiquette of watching hockey in person. Read More  Nov. 09 issue is out: Cubs sign Kenny Powers; Bears lineman struggle, and much moreMonday, Nov. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's November issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Oct 09 issue is out: New Soldier Field Carpet; Gregg's tasty new gig; Impact of Urlacher's injury on the population; and much moreFriday, Oct. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's October issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Watch Now: The Heckler's Sept. 2009 Unbelievable Video UpdateFriday, Sept. 18, 2009 Everything you'd have read in the Sept. issue if you weren't so damn lazy A look in video at the latest happenings in sports, including news on Jim Hendry and Carlos Zambrano, John Madden's retirement plans being ruined by Brett Favre, and the Bears being a little too eager to honor Jay Cutler. Read More  Sept 09 issue is out: Hendry's job hunt, Big Z's really big gig, Favre's un-retirement and much moreFriday, Sept. 11, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's September issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Aug 09 issue: Soto stuck in MRI machine; Fan with iPhone misses game; Cutler shows up in beer helmet; and much moreTuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 Cubs, Sox and Bears news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's August issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Adam Burish flies to Buffalo just in case other cab drivers retaliateMonday, Aug. 10, 2009 'Kaner might need my back' says Blackhawks enforcer When news broke of Patrick Kane's arrest for beating up a Buffalo cab driver over 20 cents, most people familiar with Chicago sports were shocked and dismayed by the young Hawk's reckless, out-of-character behavior. Read More  Blackhawks fans happy to see Kaner get in a fight, but a little concerned it was with a cab driverSunday, Aug. 9, 2009 Young star arrested after altercation over 20 cents in Buffalo Blackhawks fans were happy to read today that superstar Patrick Kane -- thought of as a bit of a non-aggressive weakling -- got in the first fight of his young career early Sunday morning, they just wish it hadn't been with a cab driver. Read More  July 09 issue is out: Busch Stadium gets indoor plumbing; Ozzie adopts Wrigley rat; and much moreThursday, July 09, 2009 Plenty of Cardinals, All-Star Game and Cubs news this month Great news: The Heckler's July issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More Don't miss National 40oz Week at The Fifty/50 now until July 5 Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Great times and discounts on America's Most Patriotic Beverage The good folks at The Fifty/50 (2047 W. Division) are holding National 40oz Week now until July 5, co-sponsored by The Heckler. Take part in great events like Trivia Night, Old School Hip Hop Night, baseball promos and Hangover Day while enjoying discounts on the best 40oz goodness around. Read More The Heckler celebrates 1,000 Facebook friends Tuesday, June 30, 2009 For some reason, we signed up for an account and now people like it A while back, we at The Heckler started a Facebook account and Monday it gained its 1,000th fan. To celebrate this momentous occasion, we're offering current Facebook fans a deal they can't refuse: a chance to save 1,000 pennies on your next order from TheHeckler.com. That's $10 for all you non-math majors out there. Read More  June 09 issue is out: Bradley's mouth zippered shut; Ozzie holds insult seminar to prep for Wrigley; and much moreThursday, June 11, 2009 Also follow The Heckler on Twitter and Facebook Great news: The Heckler's June issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Also this month, The Heckler is co-sponsoring a pair of great events this month: unbeatable rooftop deals for Cubs-Twins and Cubs-Indians and National 40 oz. Week at The Fifty/50. Spread the word! Read More A Public Service Announcement from Screamin' Johnny Blaze: Don't go to Detroit Thursday, May 21, 2009 The Heckler's sports talk radio host describes his recent visit to Detroit and why you should never go. Read More  Even Hawks logo has better playoff beard than ToewsThursday, May 21, 2009 Young star struggles to grow facial hair Jonathan Toews' inability to grow a playoff beard has been a running joke all postseason, but things got especially embarrassing for him when even the team's logo recently began sporting more facial hair than the 20-year-old Blackhawks star. Read More After four-game sweep, Sox fans want to talk hockey Series recap for Monday, May 18, 2009 Blackhawks provide nice distraction from terrible team Like most Sox fans, I would much rather discuss the Blackhawks than the sinking ship that is the White Sox. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Most Blackhawks fans flocking to Michigan for Game 2 will be swallowed up by the horrors of Detroit and other predictions Monday, May 18, 2009 This week's predictions: Blackhawks fans will go to Detroit but never make it to the game, Milton Bradley's paradoxical temperment will be explained, and WGN cameramen will be given a new rule. Read More Blackhawks solve Canucks, still don't know what one is Wednesday, May 13, 2009 The kids take only six games to learn all they need to know A trio of young skaters from the States got busy around the net and took down the last Canadian team standing. Read More  'Dee-troit sucks' chant breaks out again after Hawks win over team other than WingsMonday, May 11, 2009 Confused Canucks not sure what to think As the Blackhawks wrapped up a big playoff series win over Vancouver, Chicago fans chose to celebrate with their go-to victory serenade of "Dee-troit sucks, Dee-troit sucks" as the confused Canucks skated off the ice. Read More Kane to buy new hats for everyone at Game 6 win over Vancouver Monday, May 11, 2009 Young winger feels guilty about lost hats after 3-goal night While the rest of his team was celebrating a big playoff series win over Vancouver, Patrick Kane was overcome by guilt. Read More  May 09 issue is out: Lou gets moving walkway to speed up mound trips; Contreras recalls days with Ty Cobb; ESPN: Cornhole launchesFriday, May 8, 2009 Also introducing The Heckler Fan Pass Great news: The Heckler's May issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Emilio Estevez will make triumphant return to coach Ducks in middle of playoff series and other predictions Monday, May 4, 2009 This week's predictions: Cubs will skirt alcohol laws to pump revenue on Cinco de Mayo, Anaheim's hockey team will return to its original coach, and a softball team will give itself an unoriginal name. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Patrick Kane will get all his homework done early to concentrate on playoffs and other predictions Monday, Apr. 13, 2009 This week's predictions: the Blackhawks young star will show how adept he is at balancing an NHL career and high school, the Cubs young double play combo will get in a fight, and the Sox will give their fans the chance to do something they all want to do. Read More ESPN pretends to care about Chicago long enough to launch new local Web site Monday, April 13, 2009 Berman butchering names of Hawks players highlights new site Long accused of an East Coast bias, ESPN unveiled a new Web site focusing on Chicago sports today. Featuring a slick design, the site debuted with little substance. Most content was just repurposed from its national brands. Read More  April 09 issue is out: Cubs to wear Snuggies; Santo gets mohawk; Reed is scrappyFriday, April 10, 2009 Be sure to sign up for The Heckler's Miller Park trip May 9 Great news: The Heckler's April issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Bandwagon fans overstimulated for two hours Tuesday night Wednesday, April 8, 2009 New hope for Blackhawks, a fresh season for the Cubs and, well, the Bulls all keep fans entertained without threat of commercial interruption Wins from the Blackhawks and Bulls plus a Cubs extra-inning loss equal one sore remote finger for the bandwagon fan. Read More Hawks surprised by what they find behind goalies' masks Game recap from Sunday, March 23, 2009 Goaltending sharp, Patrick Sharp returns in win over Kings After the Hawks' recent slide, team trainers checked behind their goalies' masks to see who was there. But Patrick Sharp overshadowed the revelation. Read More  March 09 issue is out: Zambrano Twitters between pitches; Soto's brow wax; Konerko replacedWednesday, March 18, 2009 Be sure to attend Next Year Day April 3 at Harry Caray's Wrigleyville Great news: The Heckler's March issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Hawks defeated as Brodeur sets victories record Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Kane thinks Devils goaltender may be cyborg The Blackhawks traveled to New Jersey Tuesday hoping to avoid becoming a footnote to a trivia question: Who holds the NHL record for most wins by a goaltender? At the end of three periods of hockey, the answer was Martin Brodeur. Read More  Blackhawks donate points to charityGame recap from Sunday, March 15, 2009 Blue Jackets and Islanders leave United Center with victories Bandwagon fans are now eyeing spring training and warm weather as the Hawks have gone cold. Read More  Future 'Blackhawks Hard Hat Night' promotions cancelled after tumultuous weekend at the United CenterWeekend recap for Monday, March 2, 2009 Hawks grab 3 points in exciting games against Penguins and Kings Handing out 10,000 hard hats might not be the brightest promotion at a sport in which fans are known to toss their headwear on the playing surface to celebrate the outstanding accomplishment of a player. And as luck would have it, Jonathan Toews' first career hat trick just so happened to occur on "Blackhawks Hard Hat Night" Friday against the Penguins. Read More Blackhawks winning streak stands at zero after consecutive losses Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Hawks give away lead in third period against Wild and Predators The Blackhawks' successful season has led to high expectations for a team brimming with youth and enthusiasm. An extended winter road-trip saw the Hawks go 8-4 and begin to challenge the reigning NHL champion Detroit Red Wings for first place in the Central Division. Read More Blackhawks players plan on getting hurricanes named after them in Florida Game recap for Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009 Hurricane Dank scores first as Hawks comeback big in win After a whirlwind first period in which the Blackhawks out-shot the Lightning 19-3, some players started getting ideas to name large tropical storms after themselves. Read More Injuries confine Blackhawks stars to bed after 6-2 win over Stars Weekend Recap for Monday, Feb. 16, 2009 Sharp, Khabibulin hurt in homecoming The Blackhawks returned to Chicago on Saturday following a grueling eight-game road trip. The travel weary Hawks responded to the sold-out crowd at the United Center with a 6-2 victory over the Dallas Stars, but at the cost of injuries to two key players. Read More  The Feb. 09 Issue is out: New Cubs owner actually a Cards fan, Obama becomes first Sox fan to wear suit to workFriday, Feb. 13, 2009 Time is running out to book your Spring Training Trip with The Heckler Great news: The Heckler's February issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Bandwagon Hawks fan doesn't understand why Blackhawks just won Game recap from Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009 Thrashers have two goals waived off in 3-1 Hawks win There are so many intangibles to hockey. Like why did the Blackhawks score more goals than the Atlanta Thrashers, even though they didn't? And why did the Blackhawks just beat the Thrashers, even though they didn't? Read More Hawks skip game in Vancouver, get blown out by Canucks Weekend recap for Feb. 9, 2009 Still manage 3 goals With five out of eight road games complete, most of The Blackhawks decided to skip the game in Vancouver Saturday night, sighting everything from Tim Horton's Donuts based food poisoning to Aurora Borealis sleep deprivation. Read More Blackhawks take act back on the road Thursday, January 29, 2009 Kane returns to form after All-Star mishap The Blackhawks began their two week roadtrip with a victory Wednesday night, overcoming the Mighty Disney Anaheim Ducks of Anaheim by a score of 3-2. The Blackhawks needed the boost after going 6-6 in the lackluster month of January, including a drubbing by the rival Red Wings at the Winter Classic. Read More  Cell to host Winter Classic Demolition DerbyMonday, Jan. 26, 2009 White Sox hope to provide an answer to Wrigley hockey game In an effort to outshine media hype surrounding the NHL Winter Classic on the North Side, White Sox officials proudly announced U.S. Cellular Field will host this year's Winter Classic Demolition Derby. Read More Bandwagon fan doesn't get Versus Network, forced to make up recap of Hawks home loss to Wild Game recap from Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 Fans assume the worst while attempting to listen to hockey over the radio The Blackhawks game must have been moved to the dark side of the moon on Monday, as they got beat 4-1 and weren't even on TV. Perhaps programmers confused fan interest in the Wild with that of the Minnesota Timberwolves? Read More Blackhawks cause overtimes to jump the shark Weekend Recap for Jan. 19, 2008 Once exciting finales now mundane Martin Havlat's overtime heroics lifted the Blackhawks to a 2-1 win over the Blues Saturday Night, redeeming the squad's overtime loss to the Rangers the previous evening. Read More  The Jan. 09 issue is out: Blago appoints Woo-Woo & Kasper gets hammered at ConventionFriday, January 16, 2009 Also check out The Heckler's booth at the Cubs Convention Just in time for the 2009 Cubs Convention, The Heckler's January issue has hit the streets. Read More Trick puck used to help Hawks beat Sabres, win back bandwagon fan Game recap from Wedndesday, Jan. 16, 2009 Newly-returned Burish pulls a fast one on old Hawk Lalime, and the wagon rolls on Just as the White Sox used certain clubhouse gags in order to get out of their hitting slump last year, the Blackhawks Adam Burish picked up a little help at the joke store on the way in Wednesday against Buffalo. Read More  Hawks stuggle to adjust to indoor facilitiesWeekend Recap for Monday, Jan. 11, 2009 Split weekend series with Predators The Blackhawks ended 2008 on a red-hot run that was brought to a crashing halt at years end by the NHL Champion Red Wings, including the infamous outdoor drubbing at Wrigley Field. The Hawks have since struggled to regain their confidence, with mixed results. Read More  Winter Classic '09 Video Report: Joe Malonecki hits the streetsSaturday, Jan. 3, 2009 The Heckler's South Side reporter does Q&A with hockey fans The Heckler's South Side reporter Joe Malonecki hit the streets of Wrigleyville prior to New Year's Day's Winter Classic. Here's the only two minutes of footage that didn't contain too many vulgarities or non-sensical rants about Ozzie Guillen. Read More  Classic Letdown: After resolution to fly 'W' flag at Wrigley fails, Hawks fans unsure of what to do with the remainder of 2009Game recap from Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009 Wrong team wins Winter Classic It's probably no surprise many of the Blackhawks bandwagon fans grew up Cub fans. Not really knowing how to feel about this "next year," it seemed convenient there came another young team to latch these dreams we've had onto. Awesomely convenient. Read More  Wings blank Hawks in last game before Winter ClassicGame recap, Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008 Back-to-back hockey games give opposing teams a chance at winning something Advertising for the Winter Classic at Wrigley Field has now gone subliminal, as the Blackhawks began playing a baseball-style series Tuesday against the Red Wings. Executives were reportedly struck with the idea when the team first began putting up baseball-like scores earlier this month. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Blackhawks underage stars, only players not hung over, will lead team to win in Winter Classic and other predictions Monday, Dec. 29, 2008 This week's predictions: Aramis Ramirez will try to use his off-season passion to help prepare him for baseball season, Lovie will try to get better by not really changing, and the Hawks' best players being under 21 will pay off when they have to play on New Year's Day. Read More  Bandwagon Hawks fans surprised to learn Winter Classic doesn't determine league champSunday, Dec. 28, 2008 'It's like the Super Bowl for hockey, right?' asks one confused fan Bernie Sutherland doesn't know much about hockey. But the 29-year-old Chicagoan is sure of one thing: Whoever wins the Winter Classic is this year's NHL champ. Read More  Blackhawks divided over Wisniewski's nickname as winning streak hits 7Weekend recap for Monday, Dec 22, 2008 Hawks leave Canada with six more points The Blackhawks defeated Calgary and Vancouver in back-to-back games this weekend, extending their winning streak to seven and cementing the team at second place in the division. But controversy is threatening to undue the tight knit Hawks locker-room, not over ice time or a prank gone too far, but over a nickname. Read More  Blackhawks surprise Oilers by kicking field goals in 9-2 winGame recap from Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008 Chicago plays nice with Edmonton and uses skill, not force, to win 5th straight The Blackhawks' time in Canada started with a score that would have been normal in an American football game. Joel Quenneville moved to 15-4-6 since taking over as head coach, and the Hawks have yet to lose in regulation this month. Read More Fans line up for chance to skate in spit, snot, sweat, blood and teeth leftover from Winter Classic Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008 Jan. 4 skate at Wrigley sells out in minutes The Cubs yesterday announced they're giving fans the chance to skate on the ice rink just days after Wrigley Field hosts the Winter Classic on New Year's Day. Fans proved eager to skate in the spit, snot, sweat, blood and teeth leftover as the $10 tickets to the event sold out in a matter of hours. Read More Blackhawks eye new pads, sticks for Christmas after pair of weekend wins Weekend update, Dec 15, 2008 Hope winning streak counts as being good It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas has come early for the Blackhawks as they extended their winning streak to four with a pair of weekend victories over the Avalanche and Blue Jackets. Read More  Blackhawks beat city nobody in Chicago can point out on mapGame recap from Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 Huet blanks Ottawa as Khabibulin nears return The Blackhawks began clearing out the trainer's room by putting Nikolai Khabibulin back on the bench, and Cristobal Huet spent the night playing like he wanted to keep him there. Read More  Hawks split weekend seriesWeekend Recap for Monday, Dec. 7, 2008 Team had to head to Detroit while still unpacking from Circus Trip The Blackhawks had little time to settle following their extended road trip before hitting the road again to face the archrival Red Wings Saturday. Read More  Sweet. Home, Chicago! Hawks use one good period to knock some mighty out of the DucksGame recap from Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 Hawks return from circus great with tough win over Anaheim What came first: the movie or that hockey team from Anaheim? Is any team ever REALLY from Anaheim? These are tough questions for a bandwagon fan. What's certain is that the Ducks are no longer coached by Emilio Estevez. Read More  Blackhawks finish weekend in extended food comaWeekend Recap November 30, 2008 Hawks battle Ducks, Kings, leftovers The Blackhawks ended their seven game road-trip with a resounding thud, going 0-2-1 after a red hot start. The annual grind of the November Circus Trip wore the Hawks down, and Thanksgiving Dinner did the rest. Read More  Blackhawks give thanks for one point in OT loss to mighty SharksGame recap from Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008 Khabibulin injured in second period The San Jose Sharks are emerging as one of the league's premier teams and are especially tough at home, where the Blackhawks met them Wednesday night. Unfortunately for Hawks fans, the league's youngest team showed for the second time in 10 days they aren't yet at the caliber of the 18-win Sharks and this time they sacrificed their No. 1 goalie along the way. Read More  Hawks continue trend of winning when they score a lotWeekend recap for Monday, Nov. 24, 2008 Bandwagon fan starting to enjoy Circus Trip The Blackhawks started Saturday's game as if they had skated up from Dallas, falling to 0-3 before making a stunning comeback, tying the game at four and then winning in overtime. They are 3-0 on the now-beloved Circus Trip. Read More Blackhawks victorious deep in the heart of Texas Thursday, November 20, 2008 Rookie Versteeg mistakes hundreds of fans for J.R. Ewing The Blackhawks met the Stars in Dallas Tuesday in a back and forth battle worthy of a Texas shootout, if for once not a literal shoot-out. Read More Here comes the circus: Hawks start long trip with thrilling win in Phoenix Game recap from Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2008 Kane breaks out in tears after drawing two penalities No, young fans, the term "circus trip" does not refer to the mere thought of two weeks of road hockey, but the fact that the United Center will host an actual circus (and Vinny Del Negro is NOT the ringmaster). Read More Blackhawks find creative ways to lose Weekend recap for Monday, Nov 17, 2008 Chicago only picks up 1 point in two games With the annual threat of the circus coming to town looming, the Blackhawks spent the weekend looking to pad their win column before departing for a six-game road-trip on Tuesday. It didn't happen. Read More  Bandwagon fan sheds tear for Hawks players he's never heard of in loss to BruinsGame recap from Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008 Magnuson and Pilote get number retired before game I know nothing of the careers of Keith Magnuson or Pierre Pilote. But in stirring fashion, Wednesday's pregame ceremony convinced me that their common No. 3 certainly deserves to hang from the rafters of the United Center. Read More On Deck Radio Report: NHL will promote interest by instituting minimum number of fights and other predictions Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 This week's predictions: the NHL will give fans more of what they really want, the Cubs will once again be the butt of a late night host's joke, and despite no real reason other than it being on the schedule, the Bulls will still play their game against the Pacers. Read More Blackhawks extend win streak to four Game recap from Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008 Kane votes in first election, remains undecided The Calgary Flames came to the United Center Sunday to face a Blackhawks squad looking to extend a three-game winning streak. Read More  Bandwagon fan hooked on Hawks after 6-2 win over Avs MondayGame recap from Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 Lots of blood, cool black jerseys and players you can relate to showcased Sure it might not be a World Series, but there's big league hockey on TV and fans like Dan Bradley are warming up to the Chicago Blackhawks. Read More Hawks notch back to back victories Weekend Update for Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 Discover it's OK to win in OT The Blackhawks ended a remarkable string of shootouts losses Saturday by defeating the Columbus Blue Jackets on the strength of a goal by Jonathan Toews. Read More  Red Wings insist on playing indoors until JanuaryMonday, October 27, 2008 Defeat Hawks in shootout Blackhawks GM Dale Tallon decided to play another wildcard Saturday by challenging the Red Wings to move the game outdoors in anticipation of the Winter Classic, set to take place at Wrigley Field on New Year's Day. Detroit resisted and beat Chicago 6-5 in a shootout. Read More Khabibulin perfect in victory over Oilers Thursday, October 23, 2008 Hawks blank Edmonton 3-0 Nikolai Khabibulin is starting to remind fans why he was inked to a $6.7 million contract. The Russian netminder was flawless Wednesday night, stopping 23 shots in the Blackhawks victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Read More Blackhawks notch first victory Thursday, October 16, 2008 Havlat uninjured streak at 4 The Blackhawks broke into the win column Wednesday, defeating the Phoenix Coyotes 4-1 in a physical contest that saw 13 penalties assessed and goals by four different Hawks. Read More  Blackhawks celebrate first win of the season by firing SavardGame recap from Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008 Quenneville takes over effective immediately Apparently the Blackhawks' first win didn't come nearly fast enough to meet management's "One Goal" expectations and Denis Savard is paying the price. The coach was shown the door this morning, and has been replaced by veteran coach Joel Quenneville. Read More New Hawks goalie picked on in shootout loss Game recap from Monday, Oct. 13, 2008 Pregame hype falls flat as Chicago remains winless The Blackhawks home opener began with fanfare typical of a John McDonough team as players entered the United Center on a red carpet while swarmed by hundreds of fans. Unfortunately, this season has begun with no victories, which is also typical of a John McDonough team. Read More  Blackhawks off to slow start as new No. 1 goalie plays like No. 2Weekend recap for Monday, Oct. 13, 2008 Season begins with 0-2 East Coast road trip Expectations are high for a resurgent Blackhawks franchise flush with young talent and free agent acquisitions, but back-to-back opening weekend losses to the Rangers and Capitals have left players and fans scratching their heads. Read More Hawks stuck with Khabibulin on final roster, Barker sent to Rockford Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008 Rowdy Byfuglien and Burish no longer allowed to be roommates The Blackhawks released their final roster Wednesday for the 2008-09 season this week in preparation for the season opener Friday and currently find themselves with two high-priced goalies to start the season. Read More  Blackhawks seek emergency bailout, rest of league says 'nyet'Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008 All other teams pass on picking up Khabibulin's contract In a move designed to shore up the precarious finances of an Original Six team, the Blackhawks waived former Stanley Cup-winning goalie Nikolai Khabibulin earlier this week. By NHL policy, every team in the league had a chance to pick up the bloated $6.7 million contract. All declined. Read More Sun-Times shuts down just weeks after Mariotti departure Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 Paper can't handle loss of infamous sports columnist The Chicago Sun-Times was forced to close its doors this week as a direct result of sports columnist Jay Mariotti's abrupt resignation late last month. Read More  The Heckler's Sept 08 edition is outThursday, Sept. 11, 2008 Howry's number retired; Mai Tais aren't cool: Read it and more The September 2008 edition of The Heckler just hit the streets. Like every other issue of The Heckler, this one's guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Read More  The Heckler's August '08 Issue is outFriday, Aug. 8, 2008 Among the headlines: Scalpers yet to feel impact of recession, Ramirez gets portrait painted while watching HR The August 2008 edition of The Heckler is out on the streets and is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Pick up your free copy in Chicago today, or subscribe and get it delivered to your home, office, email address or prison cell. Read More  The Heckler's July '08 Issue is outTuesday, July 8, 2008 Among the headlines: Big Z goes nuts and Santo gets lost at Home Depot for 8 hours The July 2008 edition of The Heckler is out on the streets and is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Pick up your free copy in Chicago today, or subscribe and get it delivered to your home, office, email address or prison cell. Read More  Patrick Kane successfully buys Cuervo with fake IDFriday, June 13, 2008 Toews unable to buy bottle of Mad Dog, however Underaged Blackhawks hotshots Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews each found success on the ice last season, but only Kane found success during a recent trip to 7-Eleven, when he was able to use a fake ID to buy a bottle of Jose Cuervo. Read More  The Hockey Puck: Sports' Little Rubber BastardFriday, April 11, 2008 A Heckler Video Investigation Everyone loves balls, so it should come as no surprise that hockey and its puck find themselves the red-headed stepchild--or Matt Murton--of professional sports. The Heckler investigates ... Read More  Blackhawks' playoff run, season end2007-2008 Season Recap Future looks bright for young team The Blackhawks had some rough stretches this season and the injuries could be blamed for a lot of that. Martin Havlat, who despite being white eerily resembles Samuel L. Jackson's character in "Unbreakable," was lost yet again to shoulder surgery. Jonathan Toews missed some time with a knee injury and defenseman Brent Sopel missed some time, presumably to work on his mullet. Read More Blackhawks keep playoff hopes alive Weekend recap for Monday, March 31, 2008 Pair of weekend wins keep things interesting A hard-fought win over St. Louis on Saturday night and a shootout win Sunday night keep the Blackhawks in the playoff race. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Hawks popular despite mediocrity, McDonough declares victory and other predictions Monday, Mar. 24, 2008 This week's predictions: The Blackhawks President has done what they brought him in to do, The Tribune's basketball writer can no longer stomach writing about the Bulls, and the Cubs manager is tired of making lineup decisions. Read More Playoffs remain in sight for Blackhawks after picking up three points this weekend Weekend recap for Monday, March 24, 2008 Chicago just four points out of Colorado's eighth spot With seven games left on the regular season the Blackhawks find themselves only four points out of a playoff spot. The team has been playing well and they've gotten some help from some other teams. Read More Hawks shut out Caps as Heckler staffer scores free tix from his editor Game recap from Wednesday, March 19, 2008 Generally speaking, Heckler management pays all of us writers in vague compliments and really cheap bourbon. Every once in a while though a perk comes along that makes us remember why we took these jobs fabricating sports news and putting words in athletes' mouths. Read More After weekend split, Blackhawks need help Weekend recap for Monday, March 17, 2008 Likelihood of playoff birth continues to fade Only nine games remain on the Blackhawks schedule and the playoffs are still a distant seven points away. It doesn't seem like a lot but the Hawks are going to need some help to squeak in. Read More Blackhawks lose fourth straight Game recap from Wednesday, March 12, 2008 The Blackhawks have picked a poor time to rattle off four straight losses. The playoffs are getting further away from them and all they can do is hope they get some help from other teams. Read More Crawford shines but Blackhawks fall to Wings Game Recap from Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Corey Crawford has just two starts on the season and both have been exceptional. Last night the young goaltender made 44 saves against a dominant Detroit Red Wings team and kept his team in it right to the end. Read More  Blackhawks lose two heart-breakers over the weekendWeekend recap for Monday, March 10, 2008 Playoffs slipping away after pair of disappointing games With every loss the playoffs become further out of reach. And, unfortunately, the Blackhawks lost twice over the weekend. Sunday afternoon's loss was an overtime one, so the team still gets a point in the standings. But with Colorado and Nashville playing good hockey as of late the task of playing post season hockey in Chicago is becoming daunting. Read More Crawford, Blackhawks sink Ducks Game Recap from Wednesday March 5, 2008 Ducks goon angry at Hawks' Eager for threesome with his girlfriend and sister Don't try telling the Chicago Blackhawks they don't have a shot at the playoffs. Read More Blackhawks continue playoff push with win in Minnesota Game recap from March 4, 2008 Lalime promises not to go Tonya Harding on competition The Blackhawks sure could use some help from other teams right now. Despite their recent success they still sit six points out of a playoff spot. The Hawks are 7-3 in their last 10 games but Vancouver is 5-2-3, Nashville is 5-3-2 and Colorado is 5-4-1, so the Hawks have only been able to make up a little ground. Read More Blackhawks beat the Canadian out of Canucks Game Recap from Sunday, March 2, 2008 Patrick Kane scored two goals and Andrew Ladd has scored his second goal for the Hawks as the Chicago hockey team hosted the Vancouver Canucks and beat them 4-1. Read More Stars too much for Blackhawks Game Recap from Feb. 28, 2008 Call-ups look uncomfortable on the ice in 7-4 loss The Dallas Stars may be the most dangerous team in the Western conference, especially with their recent acquisition of forward Brad Richards from Tampa Bay, who tallied five assists in his new team's 7-4 defeat of the Blackhawks Wednesday night. The Blackhawks, on the other hand, looked more like the Stars' weak little brother all night. Read More Lalime, Blackhawks shut out Coyotes Game recap from Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008 Brittle Havlat re-injures shoulder Patrick Lalime stopped 32 Phoenix shots at the United Center last night and Jason Williams got the lone Hawks goal to give the Chicago hockey club a much-needed win. Read More |
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