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Breaking down the Chicago Blackhawks’ first month of the season

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The Chicago Blackhawks have several paths to early-season success, many of which go beyond just the numbers on the scoreboard.

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As the Chicago Blackhawks finalize their opening-day roster and preseason schedule this week, they look forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead in the coming month. The schedule offers some easier opponents, and the youthful energy of the Blackhawks should bring an intensity to these early games that other teams often lack.

Recent History Does Not Provide Optimism

The Blackhawks prepare to begin their regular season on Tuesday, October 7th, against the back-to-back defending Stanley Cup champion, the Florida Panthers.