Blackhawks' offseason to-do list complicated by cap crunch

Usually this discussion ends with us looking back at the Blackhawks' latest championship and how Toews willed his team to another title through his relentless two-way play and unmatched leadership. He is one of best hockey players in the world. The

Get all of Allan Muir's columns as soon as they're published. Download the new Sports Illustrated app (iOS or Android) and personalize your experience by following your favorite teams and SI writers. The Chicago Blackhawks came into the 2015-16 season 

Signed through 2022-23 ($5.5 million cap hit); 2015-16 stats: 67 games, 9 goals, 34 assists, 43 points, plus-13. Two-time Norris Trophy winner will return on one of the NHL's best contracts to lead the Hawks on the blue line for years to come. No. 4

On the day after failing to beat the Monday Blues, nothing changed for the Blackhawks. Nothing about a 3-2 defeat in Game 7 in St. Louis became any easier to accept. Nothing made anyone feel better about the Hawks coming close but bowing out in the

On the day after failing to beat the Monday Blues, nothing changed for the Blackhawks. Nothing about a 3-2 defeat in Game 7 in St. Louis became any easier to accept. Nothing made anyone feel better about the Hawks coming close but bowing out in the