The Chicago Blackhawks face a critical stretch to keep the season from spiraling out of control

The Chicago Blackhawks must avoid having a bad stretch over the next 15 games to keep the season from spiraling out of control, much like it did last season.

BREAKING: One telling stat for every Blackhawks player this season

Let’s take a look at all the smaller stats — good, bad and indifferent — that make up the Blackhawks’ 5-9-1 record.

BREAKING: Aɴ unexpected ɴame has been the Blackhawks MVP through Moɴth 1 of the season

Although the Blackhawks have continued to look like a rebuilding team, one unexpected player has been playing lights out since Game 1.

BREAKING: Blackhawks Have Two Top-10 Drafted Scorers in NCAA

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BREAKING: Blackhawks veteran Pat Maroon is Lukas Reichel’s polar opposite — and his perfect mentor

Maroon’s antics and advice help keep Reichel out of his head and feeling confident on the ice. Their unexpected chemistry has fueled Reichel’s early-season turnaround, leading to his promotion to the first line Thursday.

BREAKING: Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard kicks away opponent’s stick in frustration in 3-1 loss against Stars

Frustration can get the better of even cool players like Connor Bedard. The 19-year-old received an unsportsmanlike misconduct penalty after he kicked

NHL Standings ranked by points percentage: Blackhawks one of the league’s worst

Points matter in the NHL, but points percentage is another good metric to gauge a team’s success. And it’s a tell-tale sign for the Blackhawks.

BREAKING: Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard Reveals Least Favorite Part of NHL Life

Chicago Blackhawks generational talent Connor Bedard is quickly making his mark in the NHL even though he’s barely a season into his professional career. That said, there’s…

BREAKING: Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard Reveals Least Favorite Part of NHL Life

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BREAKING NEWS : Laurent Brossoit’s Return Could Ignite Intriguing Jumble Of Goaltending Room

When the veteran goaltender finally gets healthy, his return could have big implications for the Blackhawks’ lineup and even open up trade possibilities.