Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Blackhawks' current record and where do they stand in the division?
The Blackhawks are 5-4-2 after 11 games, which puts them in 3rd place in the Central Division and 8th in the Western Conference.
How has Luke Richardson changed the Blackhawks' defensive system compared to Jeremy Colliton?
Richardson switched from Colliton's "man and a half" system to an aggressive zone defense. This change has led to more forced turnovers and improved their goals allowed ranking from 26th last year to tied for 14th this season.
What did the Blackhawks accomplish against the Florida Panthers?
The Hawks beat the Stanley Cup contenders and went a perfect 6 for 6 on the penalty kill against a Panthers team that averaged a record-setting 4.11 goals per game last year.
Are the Blackhawks still tanking for Connor Bedard this season?
Despite early expectations to finish near the bottom, the team is playing like they want to win and currently sits in playoff position. The article questions whether #TankForBedard is still the goal given their unexpected early success.
How much have the Blackhawks improved defensively under Richardson?
The Hawks are tied for 14th in goals allowed per game this season compared to ranking 26th in the same category last year. The team has been described as "suffocating" defensively compared to previous seasons.