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The Blackhawks’ late-game comeback against the Sharks showcases the raw energy and unpredictability of professional hockey.Chicago Today
The Chicago Blackhawks rallied in their season finale to beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on Wednesday night. Defenseman Louis Crevier scored two goals in the third period, while Ryan Greene and Nick Lardis also added third period goals for the Blackhawks. The win came despite the Sharks taking an early 2-0 lead in the first period.
Why it matters
The Blackhawks finished the season with 72 points, 11 more than last season, showing signs of improvement despite missing the playoffs. The game also marked the end of the season for both teams, with the Sharks closing out their year with a visit to Winnipeg on Thursday.
The details
Crevier’s two goals in the third period erased the Sharks’ 2-0 lead, with his first goal tying the game and his second providing insurance. Greene and Lardis also scored in the third to give the Blackhawks the win. Chicago goaltender Spencer Knight made 15 saves, while San Jose’s Yaroslav Askarov made 19 saves.
The Blackhawks won four of their last 15 games and three of their last 11 home games.The Sharks are 32 points ahead of last year’s pace with one game remaining.
The players
Louis Crevier
A defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks who scored two goals in the third period to lead his team to victory.
Ryan Greene
A Blackhawks player who scored a third period goal to help Chicago rally past the Sharks.
Nick Lardis
A Blackhawks player who scored a third period goal to contribute to the team’s comeback win.
Mario Ferraro
A Sharks player who opened the scoring with a wrist shot that deflected off a Chicago defenseman.
Michael Misa
A Sharks player who scored the team’s second goal, a shot from the crease that hit a Chicago defenseman’s stick and went in.
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What’s next
The Sharks will close out their season with a visit to Winnipeg on Thursday.
The takeaway
This game marked the end of the regular season for both the Blackhawks and Sharks, with Chicago showing signs of improvement despite missing the playoffs and San Jose continuing to build on a strong season. The Blackhawks’ late-game rally, led by Crevier’s two goals, provided an exciting finish to their campaign.