Blackhawks Postgame Musings: Special teams struggle, as Connor Bedard keeps firing away

Fansided | October 4, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks allowed three power-play goals in the second period, and that's all the Minnesota Wild needed to steal a 3-2 victory.

Oct 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) and Minnesota Wild defenseman Zeev Buium (8) battle for control of the puck during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images | Talia Sprague-Imagn Images

The Chicago Blackhawks lost 3-2 to the Minnesota Wild in the penultimate preseason game. Both teams dressed essentially their opening night lineups, so the game had a regular-season feel to it.