Blackhawks Lose 4-2 in Anders Sorensen's Coaching Debut Against Jets

The first Swedish-born NHL head coach introduced tactical changes, but Chicago struggled offensively in its fifth straight loss.

Anders Sorensen took over as interim coach after Luke Richardson's firing, making his NHL debut in a 4-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets.
The Blackhawks introduced new offensive tactics under Sorensen, including a more aggressive 2-1-2 forecheck and defensemen joining rushes, but managed only 14 shots on goal— a season low.
Goaltender Petr Mrazek exited early with a groin injury, and defenseman Alec Martinez left on a stretcher after being hit in the face by a deflected puck; both are expected to miss time.
Captain Nick Foligno and other players acknowledged the challenge of adjusting to Sorensen’s system after just one practice, emphasizing the need for time to adapt and improve.
The loss marks Chicago’s fifth consecutive defeat, leaving the team last in the standings as they prepare for a three-game road trip starting with the New York Rangers.