Our Shaw Bias

We at Brightside are now formally recognizing our bias towards Andrew Shaw, and in this article we will state our reasons why in an attempt to move past it.

February 24, 2016
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The Morning After… Blackhawks vs. Rangers 2/17

Well that was a game. We can’t decide if we want to be on a losing streak or on a winning streak and the second line is still the best in hockey. Panarin continues to be the most dominant rookie in hockey and Shaw continues to be a first liner. Let’s get into it.

February 18, 2016
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The Morning After… Blackhawks vs. Ducks 2/13

So… the only Hawk who wanted you to have a truly happy Valentine’s Day was Brent Seabrook. Everybody else doesn’t believe in the corporate holiday. The Blackhawks dropped a third straight game and also will be missing Marian Hossa the next few weeks. Let’s get into it.

February 14, 2016
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Trade Deadline

As the trade deadline approaches I would like to look at what makes sense for each team. These are who each team should look at buying and selling. In addition, at the bottom, are my best moves that may or may not happen this trade deadline.

February 12, 2016
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The Morning After… Blackhawks vs. Stars 2/12

Well. In a postgame interview, Q called this an “uncharacteristic” loss. I completely agree. I also can’t say this result surprised me. As soon as I found out Panarin was out for this game I knew it was one for the loss column. The Blackhawks need a spark and they haven’t found it.

February 12, 2016
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Dion Phaneuf Trade

This may possibly be the biggest move made this trade deadline. The impact of it could be felt for years… and could lead to a championship for Toronto. In this article, we explain why.

February 9, 2016
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The Morning After… Blackhawks vs. Stars 2/6

Three Stars: Artem Anisimov, 1 G, 3 A, 4 P Corey Crawford, 37 SA, SV .973 Artemi Panarin, 2 A Well. We’re clearly better than the Stars. At least right now. They’re lacking in defense and goaltending has showed itself, and the Vezina candidate Crawford was in full force. This is gonna be a fun rest of the season. And oh, by the way, we’re back on a winning streak….

February 7, 2016
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