Overview
- The Chicago Blackhawks ended a five-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday night.
- Frank Nazar scored a short-handed goal, his ninth of the season, to give the Blackhawks the lead in the second period.
- Ilya Mikheyev added two goals in the third period, including an empty-netter, to secure the win for Chicago.
- Spencer Knight delivered a strong performance in goal, making 28 saves, including a critical late-game stop.
- The win guarantees the Blackhawks will finish this season with more points than last year, reflecting modest progress despite ongoing challenges.