In a Central Division tilt at the United Center on Sunday, the Chicago Blackhawks went toe-to-toe with the NHL’s top team, the Colorado Avalanche, in a game that came down to the wire. The Blackhawks were the better group for two of the three periods, but Scott Wedgewood was outstanding in net to extend Colorado’s winning streak to nine games. More in the links for the recap and highlights from a much-improved performance compared to Friday, even if it did result in a third consecutive loss.
Also in Blackhawks news, former captain Jonathan Toews showed support for another iconic No. 19 in franchise history.
Around the league, Mikko Rantanen has to deal with the consequences of his actions, the Montreal Canadiens added to their roster, and the Minnesota Wild extended their winning streak to five games.
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Chicago Blackhawks Recap, News & Tidbits
Chicago Hockey Now: Following an embarrassing 9-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Friday, the Blackhawks responded with much better play against a red-hot Avalanche team with only one regulation loss on the season. The Hawks controlled the action for 40 of the 60 minutes on Sunday, but they lacked the finished product. Wedgewood stopped all 22 shots faced to shut out Chicago for the first time this year and extend their losing skid to three games.
The Winnipeg Jets held their Hockey Fights Cancer night on Sunday, and each member of the team shared who they were fighting for as they entered Canada Life Centre to face the Minnesota Wild. Former Blackhawks captain, Jonathan Toews, showed support for Troy Murray, who’s battling cancer. A very classy move from Toews to provide love for his great friend, Muzz.
NHL Trade Talk, News, & National Hockey Now
NHL.com: After getting ejected twice in three games, Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen has been handed an automatic one-game suspension from the Department of Player Safety. Rantanen will miss Tuesday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers as a result of his pair of dangerous hits.
ESPN: One of Rantanen’s illegal checks from behind came on New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov. As a result of the hit, Romanov had to undergo right-shoulder surgery and will now miss 5-6 months.
Montreal Hockey Now: All eyes were on the Montreal Canadiens once Alexander Texier officially cleared waivers after mutually agreeing to a contract termination with St. Louis. The Habs officially signed the 26-year-old forward on Sunday.
New Jersey Hockey Now: The New Jersey Devils have lots of needs, such as a third-line center, and maybe even another top-six forward. But Quinn Hughes could really fix all of New Jersey’s issues if the club can find a way to have him join his two brothers out east.
More NHL.com: The Blackhawks return to play next on Wednesday against the Minnesota Wild, who have now rattled off five straight wins after defeating the Jets 3-0 on Sunday. Goaltender Jesper Wallstedt is playing at an elite level in November, with three shutouts in his last four starts. As a team, Minnesota has four shutouts during its eight-game point streak.
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