PREVIEW: Blackhawks Wrap Back-to-Back with Road Game Against Blues
PREVIEW: Blackhawks Wrap Back-to-Back with Road Game Against Blues
Chicago aims for first preseason win against Blues
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
TV: Blackhawks.com | RADIO: WGN-720-AM
The Chicago Blackhawks hit the road for the second half of their preseason back-to-back, facing off against the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center. Fans in the local TV market can catch the action on Blackhawks.com, the Official Blackhawks App, or listen live on WGN Radio.
The full roster for tonight will be released later today.
PRESEASON FACEOFF
Chicago heads into the second game of their back-to-back preseason set looking to bounce back after a 2-0 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night. Despite a prospect-heavy lineup featuring preseason debuts from Lukas Reichel, Landon Slaggert, and Cole Guttman, Chicago was unable to capitalize on their chances. Arvid Soderblom was solid in net, making 31 saves to keep the score close. Detroit native Frank Nazar made his Blackhawks preseason debut in front of his hometown crowd, leading all players with five shots on goal. Despite a strong effort, the team couldn’t break through offensively.
Tonight, the Blackhawks take on the St. Louis Blues, marking the first of two preseason meetings between the division rivals.
TRAINING CAMP NUMBERS
The Blackhawks currently have 49 players in training camp including 29 forwards, 14 defensemen and six goaltenders. The Blackhawks opened camp with 53 players.
TRAINING CAMP TRANSACTIONS
Forwards Martin Misiak (Erie Otters), Alex Pharand (Sudbury Wolves) and Marek Vanacker (Brantford Bulldogs), along with defenseman Ty Henry (Erie Otters) have been returned to their respective junior teams.
