After a tumultuous first period, the Chicago Blackhawks showed resilience but ultimately fell short against the Vegas Golden Knights, losing 7-5. The Hawks were down 5-1 after the first twenty minutes, with goaltender Petr Mrazek's performance drawing significant criticism, as he allowed five goals while facing an expected goals against of 13.18, resulting in a negative 3.68 goal save above expected. The players seemed demoralized, particularly in the first period where they took three penalties, further complicating their efforts.

The second period brought a glimmer of hope with young players like Frank Nazar stepping up, contributing two assists and energizing the team. The Hawks showed some fight, though it was clear their lack of readiness in the first period hindered their chances of a comeback. This pattern of slow starts and inability to play a full 60-minute game has plagued the team for two seasons, leaving fans frustrated.