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Marian Hossa is taken off the ice in a stretcher after taking a hit from Coyotes forward Raffi Torres. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Silverman: NHL Must Address Head Shot Problem Now

The penalties for blindside head shots have to be much stronger. Players are going to continue to try to injure each other until the cost is prohibitive.

CBS Chicago–2013/03/05

Raffi Torres and Jamal Mayers fight during the Blackhawks-Coyotes game. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Video: Jamal Mayers Fights With Raffi Torres

You knew this was coming.

670 The Score–2013/02/08

Raffi Torres.  (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Zawaski: There Might Not Be Blood

Tonight’s the night.

2013/02/07

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Hoge: Blackhawks Need To Hold Torres Accountable — Legally

When the Blackhawks face the Coyotes in Phoenix Thursday night, they’ll once again be facing the man that has become public enemy No. 1 in Chicago: Raffi Torres.

CBS Chicago–2013/02/07

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Torres On Facing Blackhawks: Whatever Happens, Happens

Now, in just his third game back, Torres will face the Blackhawks in Phoenix on Thursday night.

CBS Chicago–2013/02/06

Marian Hossa is taken off the ice in a stretcher after taking a hit from Coyotes forward Raffi Torres. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Report: Marian Hossa Medically Cleared After April Concussion

Marian Hossa has reportedly been medically cleared following recovery from the concussion he suffered in April.

CBS Chicago–2012/12/12

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Raffi Torres’ Suspension Reduced By 4 Games

According to a report, NHL Commissioner Garry Bettman has reached a decision on the appeal by the Coyotes’ Raffi Torres to reduce his 25-game suspension.

670 The Score–2012/07/02

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Ruling Coming On Whether Torres’ Suspension Could Be Cut For Hit On Hossa

A published report says the Phoenix Coyotes’ Raffi Torres could see his suspension reduced, more than two months after he delivered a hit on the Blackhawks’ Marian Hossa that left the winger out for the rest of the teams’ playoff series.

CBS Chicago–2012/06/14

Marian Hossa lays on the ice after getting hit by Raffi Torres. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Hossa Says Torres Contacted Him After Hit, But ‘Conversation Was Pretty Quick’

Raffi Torres, who is currently appealing a 25-game suspension, reached out to Marian Hossa about a week after he delivered the illegal hit that knocked the Blackhawks’ winger out for the rest of the series.

CBS Chicago–2012/05/03

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Torres To Appeal 25-Game Suspension For Hossa Hit

Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres and the NHLPA will appeal the 25-game suspension he received for his hit that knocked Marian Hossa out of the playoffs.

670 The Score–2012/05/03

Stan Bowman. (Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Hoge: Pressure Is On Stan Bowman Now

Whether the captain was directing a telling postgame comment towards Stan Bowman or not, Blackhawks fans will hope the general manger catches wind of Toews’ message and takes action.

2012/04/24

Marian Hossa lays on the ice after getting hit by Raffi Torres. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Video: Brendan Shanahan Explains Raffi Torres’ 25 Game Suspension

Brendan Shanahan explains why Raffi Torres got a 25-game suspension for his hit on Marian Hossa.

CBS Chicago–2012/04/21

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Raffi Torres Suspended 25 Games

Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres has been suspended 25 games for his hit Tuesday night on Marian Hossa that resulted in the Blackhawks winger getting carried off the ice on a stretcher.

CBS Chicago–2012/04/21

Gary Bettman (Photo by Rich Lam/Getty Images)

Gary Bettman: Shanahan ‘Is Doing A Very, Very Good Job’

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman considers those complaints from various teams about their players receiving suspensions during the postseason as nothing more than “gamesmanship.”

CBS Chicago–2012/04/20

Raffi Torres. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Chicago’s Top Cop Calls Torres Hit On Hossa ‘Borderline Criminal’

Chicago’s top cop is weighing in on that savage hit taken by Blackhawks star Marian Hossa.

2012/04/20

Joel Quenneville

Quenneville Fined $10K For Criticizing Refs

Blackhawks Coach Joel Quenneville criticized the game officials for failing to call a penalty on Raffi Torres after the Phoenix forward left his feet and hit Marian Hossa in the neck and head area in Game 3.

2012/04/19

Brandon Saad. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Blackhawks Pregame Notebook: Saad In, Hanzal Out

When the puck drops tonight at the United Center, the Blackhawks will be looking for a boost from an unlikely source.

CBS Chicago–2012/04/19

Raffi Torres collides with Dylan Olsen. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/ Getty Images)

Silverman: Torres Incident An Example Of NHL’s Nasty Season

Playoff hockey is supposed to be about speed, play-making and memorable goals.

CBS Chicago–2012/04/19

Marian Hossa. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Zawaski: Retaliation Not The Answer For Hawks

The Blackhawks would be wise to leave revenge to the powers that be. Not only is violence, physicality, and goonery not their game, but they can’t afford to get in to an “eye for an eye” situation.

670 The Score–2012/04/19

Phoenix Coyotes v Chicago Blackhawks - Game Three

Blackhawks Hope To Even The Score After Brutal Hit

The Blackhawks are hoping to even the score in more ways than one in Game 4 against the Phoenix Coyotes at the United Center Thursday night.

CBS Chicago–2012/04/19

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