The Daily: Chicago Hosts Patrick Kane Day; See His Son Drop the Mitts

Chicago Hockey Now’s Greg Boysen writes that the City of Chicago declared Friday August 8 (8/8) to be Patrick Kane Day. He wears No. 88. Kane is clearly still loved in Chicago where he helped the Blackhawks win three Stanley Cup championships.

Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins made the announcement during Kane’s inaugural community event at Johnny’s Icehouse West. Kane surprised players in attendance with brand-new Bauer helmets and gloves. He also handed out autographed pucks.

Another memorable moment was Kane’s son, Patrick III, and Alex DeBrincat’s equally adorable son Archie, getting involved in a hockey tussle. Would guess this was Patrick Kane and his buddy DeBrincat cooking this up for the fun of it. Kane and DeBrincat are linemates and close friends, and their boys hang out together at Red Wings games.

A "vicious" fight breaks out between BFF's Archie DeBrincat and Patrick Kane III at Johnny's Ice House on Patrick Kane Day in Chicago. @88PKane @Brinksy97 pic.twitter.com/ieBIWTpFMV

— Krista Ruch (@KristaCBS2) August 8, 2025

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Red Wings Extra

Detroit players Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, and William Lagesson participated in a charity game in Switzerland on Friday, organized by Swiss player Kevin Fiala of the Los Angeles Kings.

Additionally, the Red Wings reinstated the Hockeytown logo at center ice on Friday.

Hockeytown has spoken. #LGRW pic.twitter.com/DbJQkxij7M

— Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) August 8, 2025

Hockey Now Network

Colorado: Aarif Deen writes that the Avalanche lineup is coming together, but it’s still an unfinished product. Colorado Avalanche. 

Florida: Matthew Tkachuk told ESPN that his expected surgery will keep him sidelined two to three months. George Richards has the details.

Philadelphia: William James wonders whether the Flyers defense will be good enough in 2025-26.  Philadelphia Flyers. 

Pittsburgh: Dan Kingerski offers three things that could turn around the Penguins quicker than expected. Pittsburgh Penguins

San Jose: The Daily Faceoff weighs in on the Sharks’ top 10 prospects. San Jose Sharks. 

Vegas: Hannah Kirkell offers a list of five under-appreciated Golden Knights since their first season. Bet you forgot about James Neal. Vegas Golden Knights.