The Chicago Blackhawks picked up their first win on this six-game road trip thanks to a third-period offensive explosion against the Vancouver Canucks. After a scoreless 40 minutes, the two teams combined for seven goals in the final frame. The Blackhawks snapped their 11-game losing streak versus the Canucks with a big 5-2 victory.
Tyler Bertuzzi was the hero with a hat trick, with his first two goals coming from his familiar spot at the side of the net. Tonight was his 20th career multi-goal game and fourth hat trick. He was tied with Connor Bedard and Ryan Donato for the team lead in goals until Bedard added a late empty-netter.