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St. Louis Blues center Ivan Barbashev (49) shields Arizona Coyotes defenseman Jason Demers from the puck in the first period during an NHL hockey game, Monday, Feb. 15, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Coyotes close out 7-game series with 1-0 win over Blues

By John Marshall Feb. 15, 2021 07:32 PM EST

FILE - In this Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020, file photo, Arizona Coyotes head coach Rick Tocchet motions to one of his players during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Los Angeles Kings in Glendale, Ariz. Bolstered by a taste of playoff success, the Coyotes are aiming to go even deeper in a unique 2021 season with roster additions who are expected to add a level of toughness and tenacity. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Coyotes add grit after first postseason trip in 8 years

By John Marshall Jan. 05, 2021 03:21 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 17, 2019, file photo, Chicago Blackhawks left wing Dominik Kubalik (8) plays against the Detroit Red Wings in the first period of a preseason NHL hockey game, in Detroit. Heading into his rookie season with the Blackhawks, Kubalik just focused on making the team. Now his contract situation is one of the biggest questions for the Blackhawks. Kubalik is eligible for restricted free agency after he led NHL rookies with 30 goals this year. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Blackhawks F Kubalik keeping quiet about free agency

By Jay Cohen Aug. 27, 2020 12:50 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 23, 2020, file photo, Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford blocks a shot from Dallas Stars defenseman Esa Lindell (23) during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Dallas. Corey Crawford missed the start of training camp with the Blackhawks after he tested positive for COVID-19, leaving the veteran goaltender very little time to prepare for the high-scoring Edmonton Oilers. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File)
Goaltenders in spotlight for Blackhawks-Oilers series

By Jay Cohen Jul. 28, 2020 12:47 PM EDT