Predators Break Losing Streak with 4-2 Win Over Blackhawks

Cole Smith's two goals lead Nashville to victory, while Chicago continues to struggle in the Central Division.

Cole Smith scored two goals, helping the Nashville Predators end a four-game losing streak with a 4-2 win against the Chicago Blackhawks.
Gustav Nyquist also scored for the Predators, just hours after welcoming his third child into the world.
Philipp Kurashev and Tyler Johnson scored for the Blackhawks, who have lost four of their last five games, falling into last place in the Central Division.
Kevin Lankinen, a former Blackhawk, made 29 saves for the Predators, while Arvid Soderblom made 28 saves for the Blackhawks.
Smith sealed the victory for the Predators by scoring into an empty net with 12 seconds left in the game.