Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Blackhawks' record in Game 1s under Joel Quenneville?
The Blackhawks are 12-10 in every Game 1 of a playoff series under Joel Quenneville. That includes going 4-0 in every Game 1 of the 2013 Stanley Cup run.
How do the Blackhawks perform after having at least three days of rest?
Chicago is 1-5 this season in games played after they've had at least three days off beforehand. The Tribune pointed out that the Blackhawks simply don't play well after extended rest periods.
What is Chicago's record in Game 2 after losing Game 1 under Quenneville?
The Blackhawks are 6-3 in Game 2 after losing Game 1 under Quenneville. They won both Game 2s that were played at the United Center to even the series.
How did Viktor Arvidsson score the game-winning goal against the Blackhawks?
Arvidsson scored on a tip-in after three Hawks players converged on the puck carrier and Duncan Keith didn't look behind him. The goal snuck past Corey Crawford and put Chicago in a 1-0 hole they couldn't climb out of.
How did Nashville's strategy change after taking the lead?
After scoring first, Nashville coach Peter Laviolette packed it in on the blue line and prevented the Hawks from cleanly skating into the offensive zone. The Predators lined four players up at the blue line and forced Chicago to dump and chase.