Blackhawks finalize special teams units on day two of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks' training camp continued with significant focus on special teams on September 18, 2026. The penalty kill units began to take shape, featuring Jordan Greenway, Cole Smith, and Ian Cole, with Cole partnered with Alex Vlasic on the top unit. The power-play unit, without Connor Bedard, showcased Patrick Kane, Roman Kantserov, Anton Frondell, Tyler Bertuzzi, and Bowen Byram. This early setup aims to build chemistry ahead of the regular season, which starts in under two weeks. The power-play and penalty-kill units might see further adjustments as camp proceeds, especially with a preseason game approaching against the Minnesota Wild.
- •Day two of Blackhawks training camp focused on special teams.
- •Greenway, Smith, and Cole are key penalty killers.
- •Kane leads the top power-play unit without Bedard.
- •First preseason game against Minnesota scheduled for Saturday.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Blackhawks Offseason Additions Vital To Early Special Teams Units
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