Detroit rookie goalie Michal Postava earns his first NHL win with a 25‑save, 4‑3 shootout victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Oct. 26, 2026, stopping stars Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid. Teammates flood the locker room with praise, presenting Postava the iconic Motor City Jacket as he thanks them with, “good game out there boys.” The win marks his second appearance of the season, and fans now wonder if he’ll start again against the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday, Oct. 29.
The Chicago Blackhawks try to snap a three‑game skid and climb from 31st in the league by facing the Los Angeles Kings, who are 3‑1‑0 on their road trip, tonight at the United Center. The Blackhawks’ power play sits at 0‑for‑16, and coach Scott Powers pinpoints weak entries and low shot totals as key issues. Prospect Xavier Villeneuve earns Hockey East Rookie of the Week after a three‑assist night against UConn, bringing his total to five points in six NCAA games. Meanwhile, the Kings place Mats Zuccarello on injured reserve, and league news includes Connor Hellebuyck’s upcoming Devils debut and Dustin Byfuglien’s message to Winnipeg Jets fans.
The Philadelphia Flyers are actively hunting a top‑six center and have turned their attention to the Chicago Blackhawks. According to Daily Faceoff’s Anthony Di Marco, the Flyers are interested in 2022 first‑round pick Frank Nazar, who currently posts three goals and four points in nine games, but Chicago is unlikely to move him from his seven‑year, $6.6 million AAV deal. A more realistic target is 21‑year‑old Oliver Moore, a speedy two‑way center who has been shifting to the wing. If a deal materializes, the Flyers could send veteran winger Owen Tippett, who carries a $6.2 million AAV, to Chicago.
Philadelphia Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones has been spotted at six NHL games across Calgary, Chicago, New York and more over the past week, sparking fresh trade chatter for a team that started the season 0‑9 and then posted a three‑game winning stretch without key veterans. While the Flyers’ rebuild hinges on young talents Matvei Michkov and Porter Martone, Jones’s rapid scouting tour of the Wild, Flames, Blackhawks, Canadiens, Kings and Rangers could signal a push for veteran packages or a young center/defenseman. The article weighs the speculation against the possibility of routine scouting.
Sam Rinzel and Kevin Korchinski radiated confidence despite losing to the Panthers 3-2. The young defensemen look sharp and dialed in, giving hope to a young Hawks blue line.
The Colorado Avalanche return to practice after a poor loss to Nashville, prompting speculation about line changes from coach Jared Bednar. Meanwhile, rookie Detroit goaltender Michal Postava shines, shutting down Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl as the Red Wings beat the Oilers 8-3-1. The edition also updates NHL trade boards—highlighting the Connor Hellebuyck chatter—and notes other league news, including the Devils’ West Coast trip, Flyers’ injured veteran, Seth Jones’ return to Chicago, and Alexander Nikishin’s contract saga.
The latest Second City Hockey thread covers the Chicago Blackhawks' shaky start, highlighting a 3-2 loss to the Florida Panthers and a 4-1 defeat by the Montreal Canadiens. It also references a Sun‑Times piece questioning how seriously to take the Blackhawks' slump and notes that former defenseman Seth Jones returns to Chicago without hard feelings. Readers get quick recaps of recent games and insight into the team's outlook.
Rookie goaltender Michal Postava earns his first NHL start by stopping the Edmonton Oilers 4‑3 in a shootout on Oct. 26, 2026. Detroit’s defense limits Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl’s attack through two periods, while Vasily Podzolkin scores the Red Wings’ opener. Viktor Arvidsson ties the game on a power‑play goal, Isaac Howard and Emmitt Finnie trade back‑to‑back goals, and a late deflection by Colton Dach gives Oilers the lead. Dylan Larkin nets the tying goal with under two minutes left, forcing overtime, where Postava stays perfect as Raymond scores the decisive shootout winner. Detroit heads home for a Oct. 29 showdown with the Chicago Blackhawks.
The Blackhawks went 0-for-7 on the power play, and Lars Eller scored with 2:23 left after a bad line change as the Panthers beat Chicago 3-2 Sunday at the United Center.
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The injury bug has continued to make its way around the NHL. Catch up on the latest updates involving injury news around the league.
Kevin Korchinski has had some up-and-down moments in his short stint in the NHL. He made his NHL debut the same night as Connor Bedard, and throughout his first season,…
The Chicago Blackhawks fall to a 3-2 loss against the Florida Panthers, extending their skid to three games and leaving them with just three goals scored in that span. Chicago blows a 0-for-7 power‑play effort despite matching the Panthers in shots and expected goals, while Kevin Korchinski posts a strong defensive night. Prospect Ryan Roobroeck nets his first hat trick, tying for the OHL lead with 12 goals, and the Rockford IceHogs shut out the Toronto Marlies 3‑0. Elsewhere, the Carolina Hurricanes sign RFA defenseman Alexander Nikishin to a one‑year, $3 million deal, Quinn Hughes scores for the Wild in Vancouver, and Seattle’s Jared McCann is out for about 10 weeks with a lower‑body injury.
Let’s face it, we’re all a little tired of the Chicago Blackhawks. Given how often they’re on national television, how many of them were named to the National Hockey League’s…
Lars Eller scored with 2:23 left in the third period to lift the Florida Panthers past the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 on Sunday at United Center.
Chicago's power play went 0-for-7 in a 3-2 loss to the Florida Panthers. Here are the Blackhawks' biggest winners and losers, including Ryan Greene and Spencer Knight.
The Blackhawks fell 3-2 to the Panthers at the United Center on Oct. 26, 2026, squandering a 2:23‑minute lead after failing to convert any of seven power‑play chances – now 0‑for‑16 in their last three games. Both teams posted 60 shots, but Florida’s Matthew Tkachuk netted a five‑second power‑play goal, and Lars Eller scored the winner after a broken stick on Ryan Donato. Coach Jeff Blashill praised the team's process despite a 3-8-0 start, while captain Connor Bedard urged the squad to turn frustration into results. The lackluster special teams and missed breakaways underscore Chicago’s scoring woes.
In the wake of a 4-1 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, the Chicago Blackhawks were looking to shake things up ahead of a home contest against one of the better…
The Avalanche continue to struggle on the road, losing to an unexpectedly strong Nashville Predators despite early-season woes. In the Heritage Classic, Montreal’s Jacob Fowler shines with 33 saves, helping the Canadiens earn two points against the Winnipeg Jets. Meanwhile, Carolina’s defenseman Alexander Nikishin signs a surprising one‑year, $3 million deal, while fellow RFA Simon Edvinsson remains unsigned and courted by the Sharks. Additional notes: the Flyers are improving health-wise, the Panthers rebound after roster changes, the Blackhawks’ power‑play stalls, James Reimer returns with the Rangers, and Toronto’s blue‑line injuries persist amid wins.
Monday Morning Bag Skate recaps the latest NHL action, highlighting the Panthers' 3‑2 win over the Blackhawks and the Canadiens' 4‑1 victory against Chicago, both reported by the Sun‑Times, Tribune and Athletic. It also notes ex‑Blackhawks defenseman Seth Jones' lukewarm welcome back to the team and previews the Blackhawks' upcoming week (10/22) with a "show, don’t tell" approach.
Lars Eller nets the decisive goal with 2:23 left in regulation, giving the Florida Panthers a 3-2 road victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center. Chicago strikes first at 2:34, but Florida rallies, tying the game before Eller’s late winner clinches the win. The win marks a key road triumph for the Panthers on October 26, 2026.
The 2026‑27 NHL season sees teams racing to lock up rising stars before the salary cap jumps to $113.5 million in 2027‑28. Record‑setting deals include Leo Carlsson’s five‑year, $90 M offer sheet with Anaheim, Macklin Celebrini’s $94 M extension with San Jose, Connor Bedard’s $75 M pact with Chicago, and Adam Fantilli’s $82.5 M contract with Columbus. Montreal bets early, securing Juraj Slafkovský, Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov on extensions that total about $18 M—matching Carlsson’s cap hit. Meanwhile, entry‑level talents Matthew Schaefer and Beckett Sennecke await their next contracts, with Schaefer poised to become the next high‑value deal after a standout Calder‑Trophy season. The article details how these early signings reshape cap strategy and set the stage for future negotiations.
The Florida Panthers edge the Chicago Blackheads 3-2 at the United Center on October 25, 2026, after an erratic night for Chicago. The Blackhawks jump ahead early when Andrew Mangiapane assists Ryan Greene for the opening goal 2:34 in, but Florida rallies to claim the win. Goalies Akira Schmid and the Panthers’ netminder trade saves as the Panthers secure a gritty victory.
The Chicago Blackhawks didn't get the puck luck or the bounces their way against the Florida Panthers, despite playing a competitive game. A late goal by the Panthers led to a 3-2 loss.
The Chicago Blackhawks fall 3-2 to the Florida Panthers, extending their slump to three straight losses and eight of their first 11 games (3-8-0). Despite tying Florida in scoring chances (32‑32) and leading in high‑danger chances, Chicago goes 0‑for‑16 on the power play and fails to capitalize on 12 PP opportunities. Matthew Tkachuk scores five seconds into a Panthers power‑play, and Lars Eller nets the winner with 2:33 left after Ryan Donato’s stick snaps on a wide‑open chance. Goaltender Akira Schmid records 19 saves for the win, while Chicago’s Ryan Greene and Roman Kantserov score for the Hawks.
There are 3 Blackhawks prospects to keep an eye on this season. All eyes are on Rockford, but the system has plenty more on the way.