The Chicago Blackhawks ended their three-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday. Patrick Kane praised Chicago’s response after falling behind early, highlighting the team’s discipline and improved power play.
“That was a huge one,” Kane said to NHL reporters. “You’re down 1-0 early in the game, and (we) just kind of stuck with it, didn’t really give up much.”
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Kane added that Chicago deserved the result after controlling much of the contest.
“I thought we were the better hockey team tonight. We deserved to win,” he said. “Nice to see the power play come through, too. That was something we’ve been talking about, and I thought it was really good tonight, too.”
Wyatt Kaiser delivered the decisive goal at 7:17 of the third period, beating Kings goaltender Anton Forsberg through the legs from the left circle. It was Kaiser’s first goal of the season and the 11th of his NHL career.
Blackhawks find a much-needed response
Chicago initially struggled after Samuel Helenius gave Los Angeles a 1-0 lead at 2:31 of the first period. The Blackhawks remained composed before Roman Kantserov tied the game late in the second.
Kantserov scored his team-leading fifth goal at 16:40, converting on the power play after Joel Armia took consecutive penalties. Connor Bedard assisted on the equalizer, helping Chicago capitalize on an opportunity that had recently been a weakness.
The Blackhawks entered the game with significant concerns about their special teams. Their power play had converted just four times in 39 opportunities across 12 games.
Goaltender Spencer Knight also played a key role, stopping 25 shots to secure the victory. Chicago improved to 3-4-0 during its seven-game homestand.
Coach Jeff Blashill praised the team’s defensive approach, saying Chicago “didn’t give a lot up” and “stayed on top of them.”
The win offers encouragement, but consistency remains essential. Chicago must build on its improved execution when it visits the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday.
For Kane, the message was clear: “Keep building on that and get one late.”
