description Blackhawks-Blues rivalry Overview
The Blackhawks–Blues rivalry is a National Hockey League rivalry between the Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues, two franchises in the league's Central Division. The teams began sharing a division in the 1970–71 NHL season and competed against each other in the old Norris Division for many years. The geographic proximity of Chicago and St.
Louis, both Midwestern cities, has contributed to sustained fan interest in the matchup.
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Which teams are in the Blackhawks-Blues rivalry?
The rivalry is between the Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues. Both are National Hockey League franchises in the Central Division.
When did the Blackhawks and Blues begin sharing a division?
They began sharing a division in the 1970-71 NHL season. They later met in the old Norris Division before the league's division structures changed.
Why is the Blackhawks-Blues rivalry considered a Central Division rivalry?
The teams have repeatedly been grouped in the same NHL division, creating frequent regular-season games and playoff implications. Their shared Central Division identity is a structural reason the rivalry has lasted.
How old are the two franchises?
The Chicago Blackhawks date to 1926, while the St. Louis Blues entered the NHL in 1967. Their different founding eras still produced a long head-to-head history once they became division opponents.
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