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5 Things - Flames vs. Blackhawks
2. Know Your Enemy
The Blackhawks have started the season 1-1-1, tonight's tilt marking the end of a four-game road trip to start the campaign for Chicago.
They fell 5-2 to the Utah Hockey Club on Oct. 8 in that team's franchise opener in Salt Lake City after relocating in the offseason from Arizona. They followed it up with a 2-1 OT loss to the Jets in Winnipeg on Oct. 11.
Connor Bedard collected three points in the club's first win, a solid 5-2 victory over the Oilers Saturday night in the Alberta capital.
Jonathan Huberdeau, Flames clash with Connor Bedard, Blackhawks
"I think what makes us work as a line is that we all bring something a bit different, but it complements each other well," Mantha said. "You've got one of the best passers in the world on that line in Huby. And then with Pospy, his work ethic is unbelievable
Blackhawks Prepare for Calgary: Maroon’s Impact, Kurashev’s Line, and More
Pat Maroon’s role as a physical presence is highlighted, with him being brought in to both deter opponents and contribute positively on the ice. Philipp Kurashev, having a breakout last season, is now tasked with leading the second line, essential for diversifying the team's scoring threats.
A Can’t Miss Matchup
The new-look locals have already provided a mittful of memories over the first three games of the season: Connor Zary’s incredible overtime goal to cap that wild comeback in Vancouver, Jonathan Huberdeau’s four-point night in the home opener, and Justin Kirkland’s first NHL goal in Sunday’s 4-1 win in the Battle of Alberta, just to name a few.
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