While Blashill had an underwhelming seven-year stay with Detroit, finishing with a 204-261-72 record, he has a player development background that likely was appealing for the rebuilding Blackhawks.

The Chicago Blackhawks have hired Jeff Blashill as their next coach, the team announced on Thursday. This is Blashill's first coaching job since 2022, when he was fired by the Detroit Red Wings. Chicago is hoping that the second time around will be much different for Blashill,

Blashill, 51, has been hired as the Blackhawks' head coach, a league source said, making him the 42nd head coach in franchise history.