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I am a recent graduate from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science in Communications. During my time at UTK, I majored in journalism and electronic media, focusing in sports communication and minoring in business administration. I am now a Contributor with The Lead, having started in September 2026, writing about the Chicago Blackhawks through my passion for sports. Some previous writing experience includes my time as a Staff Writer for the University of Tennessee's student newspaper, The Daily Beacon, and I also worked as a Student Worker for our athletic donor program, the Tennessee Fund.

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Oct 27, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks right wing Roman Kantserov (80) celebrates with teammates after he scores a goal against the Los Angeles Kings during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Roman Kantserov Is a Bright Spot in Blackhawks Slow Start

The Chicago Blackhawks still haven’t found their footing, but one rookie is proving to be a silver lining early in the season. Roman...

October 28, 2026
Oct 6, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88)is introduced before the game against the St. Louis Blues at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Patrick Kane’s Impact in Chicago Is Far From Over

Patrick Kane and Chicago go together like bread and butter. His legacy in this city shows in his newest NHL record as a...

October 20, 2026
Oct 6, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Anton Frondell (16) moves the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Can the Blackhawks Turn It Around at Home?

Home ice offers familiarity, but for the Chicago Blackhawks, it also offers opportunity. The Blackhawks’ next six games will be played at the...

October 13, 2026
Oct 3, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88) waits for the face-off during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
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The Blackhawks Must Break Out of Their Defensive Zone

After their first road trip of the 2026-27 season, the Chicago Blackhawks return to the United Center with an 0-3 start. They lost...

October 6, 2026
Sep 21, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram (24) celebrates with left wing Nick Lardis (76) and center Anton Frondell (16) after he scored the game winning goal during the overtime period against the Minnesota Wild at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Can the Blackhawks Survive the Start of the Season Without Connor Bedard?

The Chicago Blackhawks play their first game of the 2026-27 season tonight. They will be without their captain, Connor Bedard. Bedard is still...

September 29, 2026
Mar 9, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) looks to pass the puck against the Utah Mammoth during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Connor Bedard Is Rightfully Named 37th Captain of Chicago Blackhawks

Connor Bedard has been named the next captain for the Chicago Blackhawks, making him the second-youngest captain in franchise history, after Jonathan Toews....

September 15, 2026