Who are the Chicago Blackhawks?
Q: Who are the Chicago Blackhawks?
A: The Chicago Blackhawks are a professional ice hockey team based in Chicago, Illinois. They are members of the Central Division of the Western Conference in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Q: When was the franchise founded?
A: The club was founded in 1926 as one of the league's first American franchises.
Q: What is meant by "Original Six" teams?
A: "Original Six" is a term reserved for the six teams that comprised the NHL from 1942–43 season until 1967 when it expanded.
Q: How many players have played at least one game for this franchise?
A: As of June 13, 2011, 831 players have played at least one game for this franchise either in NHL regular season or playoffs.
Q: How many Stanley Cup championships has this team won?
A: The Blackhawks have won 6 Stanley Cup championships in their 83-year history.
Q: Who was the first European-born captain to win a Stanley Cup with this team?
A: Charlie Gardiner, who was also their goaltender for their first Stanley Cup win in 1934, became the first European-born captain to win a Stanley Cup with this team.
Q: Who holds all-time records for assists and points with this franchise?
A Stan Mikita holds all-time records for assists (926) and points (1467) with this franchise.
