Author: Steve Primrose

Early returns on the young, speedy IceHogs look good

By Steve Primrose | Oct 26th 2017 | 5 min read |

During the 2016-17 season, Rockford’s top scorer averaged 0.6 points per game. He’s no longer with the team. The teams second-leading scorer last ...

New Blackhawks forward prospects to watch in Rockford this season

By Steve Primrose | Oct 9th 2017 | 5 min read |

I’ve never watched paint dry, but somebody did. At least enough to coin the phrase, “It’s like watching paint dry,” when discussing something ...

Which Blackhawks prospects stood out during the development camp scrimmage?

By Steve Primrose | Jul 25th 2017 | 8 min read |

The Blackhawks held their annual prospect camp with a roster full of players who are likely to end up everywhere but Chicago this fall when the NHL re...

Which Rockford IceHogs can help the Blackhawks in 2017-18?

By Steve Primrose | May 9th 2017 | 6 min read |

The Rockford IceHogs season didn’t come to as an abrupt or unexpected end as the Blackhawks season did, but disappointment is still a key word. Howe...

Spencer Abbott looks to make good on his NHL chance starting against the Sabres

By Steve Primrose | Jan 5th 2017 | 3 min read |

Don’t let anybody tell you that the American dream is no longer alive and well. Or in this case, a Canadian dream. When the Blackhawks returned Tyle...

Nick Schmaltz impresses in 2-goal AHL debut with Rockford

By Steve Primrose | Dec 9th 2016 | 3 min read |

Nick Schmaltz stepped on the ice for his Rockford IceHogs AHL debut on Wednesday night expected to immediately become their best offensive weapon. Thi...

Nick Schmaltz set to make AHL debut with Rockford IceHogs

By Steve Primrose | Dec 8th 2016 | 3 min read |

When news came down that Nick Schmaltz was headed to Rockford with Chicago needing a professional goalie (Lars Johansson) to backup Scott Darling in C...

Rockford Report: Which IceHogs could help sooner than later?

By Steve Primrose | Nov 18th 2016 | 5 min read |

Before the Blackhawks went on their latest run, there were many questions. A few changes to the top six and continued improvement from rookies have fo...

Rockford Report: Scouting Carl Dahlstrom and the newest IceHogs

By Steve Primrose | Oct 27th 2016 | 4 min read |

(Ed. note: Hey guys, welcome Steve Primrose to SCH! He’s based in Rockford and will be providing us regular reports on the IceHogs, Chicago’s AHL ...