Edina, Minnesota's own Mason West, generated national headlines this month when he led the Hornets to the Minnesota Class AAAAAA football State Championship at quarterback. He was drafted 29th overall in the 2025 NHL Draft in June by the Chicago Blackhawks, so the media has become impressed by his two-sports prowess.

CHICAGO — A year ago, Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson said it was time for the team, after years of rebuilding, to start taking the next step. He took a run at star free agent Jake Guentzel and added established veterans Tyler Bertuzzi ...