Connor Bedard tallied two goals and two assists in the Chicago Blackhawks’ 5-3 comeback win over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of the Chicago Blackhawks)

The Chicago Blackhawks were the embodiment of the phrase “it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish” on Sunday against the Anaheim Ducks in a game that pitted Connor Bedard against Leo Carlsson, the top two picks of the 2023 NHL Draft.

The Blackhawks could not have had a worse start, yet the team showed some resolved and was able to win this game. The Hawks’ comeback was fueled by Bedard.

First period

The Ducks jumped all over the Hawks, who were still asleep from their pregame nap. Cutter Gauthier found the back of the net 15 seconds into the contest. Less than a minute later, Olen Zellweger put the Ducks up 2-0 in the game’s opening 60 seconds.

With the Hawks reeling, Anaheim piled on with a goal from Chris Kreider just past the midway point. Thanksfully for the Hawks, Ryan Strome cross-checked Wyatt Kaiser for a power play. On the power play, Tyler Bertuzzi cashed in his 13th goal of the season, tipping home a Frank Nazar shot.

Tyler Bertuzzi tips in Frank Nazar’s shot on the power play for his 13th goal of the season. #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/tZUiwxFTRX

— Charlie Roumeliotis (@CRoumeliotis) November 30, 2025

The first period ended with the Hawks down 3-1.

Second period

Entering the game, the Hawks’ worst period statistically was the second period. The Hawks flipped the script in this contest.

Ryan Greene got the scoring started with his fourth goal of the season, burying a pass from Bedard for the goal.

Ryan Greene has goals in back to back games🔥 pic.twitter.com/yZQpao4hcx

— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) November 30, 2025

The Hawks scored again with a goal from Colton Dach, leveling the score at 3-3.

I don’t know if this Teuvo Teravainen pass was intended for Ryan Donato, but Colton Dach quickly snagged it and goes top shelf on the power play for his 3rd goal of the season. #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/hSKFoRW56a

— Charlie Roumeliotis (@CRoumeliotis) November 30, 2025

Third period

With the scored tied at 3-3 in the third, Bedard took over. Bedard beat the Ducks’ new goalie, Ville Husso, for the eventual game-winner.

Connor Bedard that was NASTY😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/Lg0vI5IXsj

— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) November 30, 2025

Bedard extinguished the Ducks’ comeback hopes with an empty-net goal to seal things at 5-3. After the goal, Bedard gave the Anaheim bench some words. The Bedard words led to a scrum after the final whistle with Mason McTavish.

Analysis

The Hawks overcame a 3-0 deficit in what could have been a disastrous finish to a tough home stand. With the win, the Hawks become the fifth team in NHL history to overcome a 2-0 deficit in the first minute of the game. The Hawks also snapped their longest losing streak of the season.

Bedard

Bedard continues to have an impressive third year in the NHL. In this matchup, he brought his goal-scoring touch with two goals and two assists. He brought a fire to his game that hopefully will continue to fuel the Blackhawks this season. He was not afraid to show his emotions while jawing with his friend McTavish.

Bedard has now recorded five four-point games at the age of 20. Only seven other NHL players have more four-point games at the age of 20.

Greene

Greene was ticketed for Rockford to start the year and was recalled ahead of opening night due to injuries. He has been fantastic for the Hawks. He has played in all zones and situations and can be moved up and down the lines. With the goal on Sunday, he has now has goals in two consecutive games.

Bertuzzi

Bertuzzi continues to be an offensive driver for the Hawks. He notched his 13th goal of the season on the power play. With 20 points already this season, Bertuzzi is nearly halfway to his point production from last season.

The Hawks must now go on a West Coast trip starting with the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. CST.

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