The Blackhawks got the Western Conference finals off to a good start in a wild, fast-paced Game One that the 'Hawks won 2-1. Betraying the large amount of time off each team had (the 'Hawks had four days off while the Sharks were off over a week), both teams came out firing, literally, as each topped 40 shots on goal (40 for the 'Hawks, 45 for the Sharks). After San Jose got a power-play goal halfway through the first, the 'Hawks responded with a second period goal from Patrick Sharp to equalize and with just under seven minutes left in the game, Dustin Byfuglien scored the game-winner for Chicago. But goaltender Antti Niemi was the real hero of Game One (or is that Antti-hero?), stopping a mind-blowing 44 shots out of 45 faced and helping the 'Hawks survive a last minute flurry in which a penalty resulted in a 6-on-4 advantage for San Jose in the closing minute. Niemi had several spells where he saved multiple shots from the San Jose offense in one go-round. more ›

We mentioned yesterday that the NHL had released information for Game One of the Blackhawks versus Sharks Western Conference Finals series and now the rest of the schedule is out. NBC and Versus have exclusive rights to this round, meaning there will be no local coverage. If your cable/satellite provider doesn't carry Versus or you don't have cable, be sure to plan accordingly. Without further ado: more ›

The Chicago Wolves find themselves down 3-0 and on the road in the American Hockey League Western Conference Finals. With a win the Hamilton Bulldogs will make it to the Calder Cup final for the second time in as many years. If the Bulldogs pull of the sweep it would be the first time in their club history. more ›

The Chicago Wolves hosted the Iowa Stars on Saturday night in Game 6 of the West Division Finals. The Wolves fell behind early, 1-0, just two minutes and eight seconds into the game. That goal would be Iowa's only score of the night while the Wolves scored five to win the series 4-2. more ›