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Opens scoring in win Martinez scored a goal and went plus-2 in Monday's 5-1 win over the Kings.

Impact Martinez tallied against his former team at 10:57 of the first period, though the Blackhawks' initial lead lasted less than a minute. Since the start of February, Martinez has three goals and three assists over 10 outings. The 37-year-old is poised to at least temporarily see power-play time following Chicago's deal to send Seth Jones to Florida. Martinez could ultimately lose his role with the man advantage to a younger defenseman like Ethan Del Mastro or Wyatt Kaiser. For the season, Martinez has 12 points, 34 shots on net, 74 blocked shots and a minus-9 rating across 34 appearances.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Knight stars in Chicago debut as the Blackhawks beat the slumping Kings 5-1

Spencer Knight made 41 saves in his first game with Chicago, helping the Blackhawks beat the Los Angeles Kings 5-1

MARCH 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Hands out pair of assists Martinez notched two assists in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Ducks.

Impact Martinez has two goals and three assists over his last eight games. One of his helpers Saturday came on the power play -- he could be in contention to play on the second unit following the Blackhawks' trade of Seth Jones to the Panthers. Martinez will likely have to compete with Ethan Del Mastro for power-play time, while Alex Vlasic is set to take over on the first unit. The 37-year-old Martinez is up to nine points, 33 shots on net, 73 blocked shots and a minus-11 rating through 33 appearances this season and will typically operate as more of a shutdown defenseman in even-strength situations.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in shootout loss Martinez produced a goal and an assist in Saturday's 6-5 shootout loss to the Blues.

Impact The veteran blueliner collected his first multi-point performance of the season, having a hand in a Craig Smith tally in the first period before finding the back of the net himself early in the third on a one-timer from the slot. Martinez doesn't offer a lot of offensive upside, and through 13 games since a month-long absence due to a neck issue he's managed three goals and five points.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Radek Faksa scores in the 10th round of the shootout to give Blues a 6-5 win over Blackhawks

Radek Faksa scored in the 10th round of the shootout to give the St. Louis Blues a 6-5 win over the Chicago Blackhawks

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Pots goal in overtime loss Martinez scored a goal on three shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Oilers.

Impact Martinez ended a seven-game point drought with the third-period tally, which forced overtime. The 37-year-old defenseman rarely generates much offense, instead focusing on being responsible in his own zone. He's up to three goals, seven points, 26 shots on net, 63 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating through 26 outings this season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

McDavid makes perfect pass in overtime as the Oilers beat the Blackhawks 4-3

Connor McDavid set up Zach Hyman in overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Blackhawks' Alec Martinez Wires In One-Time Blast To Tie Game Late vs. Oilers

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson thinks help is on the way as the NHL team continues to struggle

In the middle of another losing season, Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson is preaching patience

JANUARY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Set to play Sunday Martinez (illness) will play against Minnesota on Sunday, Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio reports.

Impact Martinez won't miss any game action after sitting out Saturday's practice. He has accumulated two goals, four assists, 21 shots on net, 52 blocked shots and 13 hits in 21 appearances this season. Seth Jones (illness) will return to Sunday's lineup, and T.J. Brodie will be a healthy scratch.

JANUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Martinez (illness) was absent from Saturday's practice, Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio reports.

Impact Martinez has generated two goals, four assists, 21 shots on net, 52 blocked shots and 13 hits in 21 appearances this season. If Martinez and Seth Jones (illness) can't play against Minnesota on Sunday, Chicago will require reinforcements from AHL Rockford on the blue line.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eichel having career year as he hopes to lead the Golden Knights to Cup contention

Jack Eichel came to Las Vegas in 2021 with lofty expectations that he has mostly fulfilled

JANUARY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Finds twine Thursday Martinez scored a goal in Thursday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Predators.

Impact Martinez has recorded one goal and one assist in his three appearances since returning from a lengthy 15-game absence due to a neck injury. The 37-year-old veteran might not be the player he once was, but he remains a productive presence in Chicago's blueline. He's up to six points (two goals, four assists) in 18 appearances in 2024/25.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forsberg and Stamkos help the Predators outlast the Blackhawks 3-2 in a shootout

Steven Stamkos scored in regulation and had Nashville’s third straight shootout goal in the Predators’ 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night

JANUARY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Earns assist in return Martinez logged an assist and three hits in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Oilers.

Impact Martinez missed 15 games due to a neck injury. He was able to log 18:56 of ice time in his return to action, which came in a top-four role. Martinez is unlikely to be a regular contributor on offense, but he could help fantasy managers as a blocked-shot specialist. He has five points, 39 blocks, 16 shots on net and a minus-8 rating over 16 appearances.

JANUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks put defenseman Connor Murphy on IR with a groin injury

The Chicago Blackhawks have placed defenseman Connor Murphy on injured reserve because of a groin injury

JANUARY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Set to play Saturday Martinez (neck) will be activated off injured reserve and play Saturday against Edmonton, according to Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio.

Impact Martinez hasn't been in the lineup since Dec. 7. He has a goal and four points in 15 outings in 2024-25. Nolan Allan might be a healthy scratch versus the Oilers to accommodate Martinez's return.

JANUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Closing in on return Martinez (neck) remains on injured reserve but is listed as day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's Winter Classic matchup versus the Blues, per Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio.

Impact Martinez has missed 10 straight games since being placed on injured reserve Dec. 13, retroactive to Dec. 7. The three-time Stanley Cup champion would need to be officially activated off IR before being able to return to the lineup. Louis Crevier or Nolan Allen could be candidates to come out of the lineup when Martinez is ready to return. The 37-year-old Martinez has accounted for one goal, three helpers and a minus-7 rating through 15 appearances in 2024-25.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Alec Martinez and Craig Smith could return for the Blackhawks in the Winter Classic

Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Alec Martinez and forward Craig Smith could return in time for the NHL Winter Classic

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • Associated Press

Chicago Blackhawks recall top prospect Frank Nazar from the minors

The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled top prospect Frank Nazar from the minor leagues

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • Associated Press

Lands on injured reserve Martinez (neck) was placed on injured reserve Friday, retroactive to Dec. 7, Tracey Myers of NHL.com reports.

Impact Martinez has missed the last two games due to a neck injury, and he returned to Chicago on Thursday in order to be further evaluated. As a result, it isn't very surprising to see him land on injured reserve, and a better idea of his status could come into focus after he's evaluated by the team's medical staff.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Martinez (neck) has returned to Chicago for further evaluation, so he won't be in the lineup for Thursday's road game against the Islanders, per Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Impact It wouldn't be surprising if Martinez also misses Saturday's tilt in New Jersey, but there's at least an outside chance of him rejoining the Blackhawks ahead of that game. He has a goal, four points and 38 blocks in 15 appearances in 2024-25. Kevin Korchinski is likely to play Thursday due to Martinez's injury.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits practice early Martinez (neck) exited Wednesday's practice session early, and he's slated to be re-evaluated, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Martinez sustained a neck injury during Saturday's game against the Jets, and it was discouraging to see him leave practice early Thursday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Thursday's road game against the Islanders, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him miss at least one more game.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with neck injury Martinez (neck) is not practicing Sunday, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Martinez left Saturday's game after he was struck in the neck by a deflected puck. While his status is in doubt for Monday's game against the Rangers, Martinez was not placed on IR and doesn't appear to be in for an extended absence. Kevin Korchinski was recalled from AHL Rockford on Sunday to provide additional defensive depth.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks place goaltender Petr Mrazek on IR with a left groin injury

The Chicago Blackhawks have placed goaltender Petr Mrazek on injured reserve with a left groin injury

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • Associated Press

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