Overview
- Bedard logged his second career hat trick in a 5-2 win over the Flames, reaching 13 goals and 29 points through 19 games to rank fourth in NHL scoring.
- Chicago’s fast start features a six-game point streak and meaningful secondary scoring from Andre Burakovsky, Tyler Bertuzzi, Teuvo Teravainen and Frank Nazar.
- Spencer Knight’s strong form and a healthy Arvid Soderblom have steadied the crease, reinforcing the puck “hunting” identity Bedard highlighted after the win.
- Daily Faceoff analysts said a credible Hart Trophy case for Bedard depends on him sustaining this pace and the Blackhawks turning the start into a playoff berth.
- Head coach Jeff Blashill named Bedard an alternate captain after injuries to Nick Foligno and Jason Dickinson, emphasizing that he earned the responsibility.