In an exciting season opener, Utah Hockey Club secured a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, never trailing after an impressive first period. Dylan Guenther and Clayton Keller scored early, with Guenther netting two goals, including an empty-netter.

Barrett Hayton contributed with a goal and an assist, while Lawson Crouse rounded out the scoring late in the game. The Blackhawks made a push with goals from Teuvo Teravainen and Nick Foligno, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit.