Blackhawks Beat Kings 3-2
Jonathan Toews, Duncan Keith and Fernando Pisani scored, rookie Corey Crawford made 26 saves and the disciplined Chicago Blackhawks beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Sunday night.
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Jonathan Toews, Duncan Keith and Fernando Pisani scored, rookie Corey Crawford made 26 saves and the disciplined Chicago Blackhawks beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Sunday night.
Although the Blackhawks did not have a regular morning skate before facing the Kings Sunday night, a few of their injured players did lace up the skates and take to the ice. Marian Hossa--out since November 29th--and Viktor Stalberg--out since December 15th--both tested their injuries. Patrick Kane, however, was unable get on the ice.
While the Hawks earned a quality win Friday night against the Red Wings, they'll have to wait a little longer for their stars to return. Joel Quenneville told reporters this afternoon that Patrick Kane, Marian Hossa and Viktor Stalberg will all sit out of Sunday night's game against the Kings.
The Blackhawks and Red Wings faced off Friday night and Chicago took the lead early. The Red Wings were held to just one goal and let the Hawks score four, ending a three-game losing streak.
For those unaware tonight at the United Center is "Chris Chelios Heritage Night" as the Blackhawks host the rival Red Wings. The name Chris Chelios still brings up many sore memories for Blackhawks fans in this city, but I'm still confused as to why.
The Blackhawks and Red Wings will add another game to their long-standing rivalry tonight in the United Center.
Friday night, the Blackhawks will honor former Hawk captain, All-Star, and Norris Trophy winner Chris Chelios. It's a no brainer, right?
Hopes that the cavalry would come to the Blackhawks rescue Friday night against the Red Wings were tempered quite a bit after practice Thursday.
The Chicago Blackhawks have sent rookie forward Jeremy Morin back to the Rockford IceHogs.
