Blackhawks preseason starts Sept. 19

While the Blackhawks’ season ended far too early for most fans this past year, the 2017-18 season will be here before you know it, giving fans another chance to root on their Hawks.

The Hawks today released their 2017-18 preseason schedule, with an opening preseason game versus the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sept. 19 in Columbus.

The preseason home opener will have the Hawks taking on the rival Red Wings on Sept. 21 in Chicago.

Ticket information has not yet been released.