In a thrilling matchup on Friday night, the Chicago Blackhawks broke their five-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Arvid Soderblom stood out with 38 saves, showcasing his skills as the backbone of the team. Nick Foligno was instrumental in the win, scoring twice, while Tyler Bertuzzi netted his team-leading 13th goal, and Patrick Maroon also contributed to the scoreboard.
Despite being outshot 40-26, the Blackhawks managed to capitalize on their opportunities. Bertuzzi opened the scoring early in the game with a tap-in during a 5-on-3 power play. The Canadiens responded with Cole Caufield tying the game just before the first period ended, marking a competitive start to the match.
Notably, Soderblom's performance in the second period was crucial, as he stopped 19 shots and denied Montreal several prime scoring chances. The Canadiens, despite the loss, had been on a strong run, suffering only one defeat in their previous eight games. The game also marked the NHL debut of Colton Dach, who logged over 11 minutes of ice time and made a significant impact with five hits.
