Let’s face it: the Chicago Blackhawks had no business winning today. They were dominated at 5-on-5 in all three periods, but rode their special teams and goaltender to a 3-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings. They looked tired at times, which is understandable, considering this was their last game of their six-game road trip. Once again, this team found a way to win, the opposite of what we’ve been used to seeing. They return home on a three-game winning streak, bringing back seven points for a road trip that started with three straight losses.
There has been considerable discussion over the past few days about the Blackhawks’ lack of production on the power play.