SportsLine's model simulated Chicago vs. Florida 10,000 times and revealed its NHL picks for Tuesday's season opener at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Fla.

Our Blackhawks vs. Panthers predictions see value in backing Frank Nazar and Chicago to keep things close in a tight game vs. a wounded Florida squad. Free NHL picks for Tuesday.

There are 13 players 24 or younger on the Hawks' opening roster, and that youth has brought optimism and good vibes, if not higher external expectations.

Before the Chicago Blackhawks’ 100th season starts in Florida, here are some of the biggest questions facing the team.

The annual deep dive into the numbers you know and love, and the stories behind some of the changes this season in Chicago.

The former Pittsburgh Penguins blueliner officially inked a one-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks for the 2025-26 season.

The Chicago Blackhawks are developing their young players. Forward Ryan Donato, after a career season, could make that process easier.

The Blackhawks begin the 2025-26 season against the Florida Panthers on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at Amerant Bank Arena at 4:00 p.m. CT/5:00 p.m. ET. The game will be televised nationally on ESPN and can be heard on WGN Radio.