Blackhawks Continue Road Trip Against Kraken The Chicago Blackhawks will face the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday evening, marking the third and final meeting between the teams this season. The game will conclude the Blackhawks' three-game road trip, with the team looking to improve upon their recent performance against the Oilers. The Blackhawks dropped a 3-1 decision to Edmonton on Thursday, but several players contributed to the effort, including Nick Lardis, who scored his ninth goal of the season, and Connor Bedard, who recorded an assist and excelled in faceoff battles. The Blackhawks' penalty kill has been a standout aspect of their recent performance, posting an impressive 86.3% success rate over their last 20 road games since Dec. 27. This ranks first in the NHL over that span, showcasing the team's ability to neutralize opponents' power plays. Forward Connor Bedard, who is three points away from reaching 200 in his NHL career, has been a key contributor. After an assist against the Oilers, Bedard now has 197 points (75 goals, 122 assists) in 213 games. His potential to achieve the milestone in fewer games than any Blackhawks player since 1967-68 highlights his rapid development. Goaltender Spencer Knight, who made 31 saves against Edmonton, has established himself as one of the league's top netminders. With 1,357 saves and 1,495 shots against this season, Knight ranks second in the NHL. His 18-22-11 record, .908 save percentage, and 2.71 goals-against average in 51 games this season underscore his consistency. Knight's performance has been critical in maintaining the team's competitive edge, particularly on the road. The Blackhawks' roster also includes players nearing significant milestones.#chicago_blackhawks #connor_bedard #climate_pledge_arena #seattle_kraken #spencer_knight
