The 2008–09 Chicago Blackhawks season was the 83rd season for the National Hockey League franchise that was established on September 25, 1926. Prior to the start of the season, the Blackhawks announce
The Blackhawks signed defenseman Brian Campbell, seen here with the San Jose Sharks, to the largest contract in team history.
The 2009 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field.
The 2008–09 Tampa Bay Lightning season was the 17th season for the franchise in Tampa Bay. After a season of turnover in ownership, management and players, the team had a turbulent regular season. The
2008–09 Chicago Blackhawks season
…St. Louis Blues 1–0 Huet Scottrade Center 19,150 30–15–8 68 L1 54 February 14 Dallas Stars 6–2 Huet United Center 22,704 31–15–8 70 W1 55 February 17 @ Tampa Bay Lightning 5–3 Huet St. Pete Times Forum 15,431 32–15–8 72 W2 56 February 19 @ Florida Panthers 4–0 Huet BankAtlantic Center 16,133 33–15–8 74 W3 57 February 21…
Steven Stamkos was the first overall selection in 2008