Blackhawks score 1st, but it's downhill from there as they fall 4-1 to the Canadiens
The Chicago Blackhawks returned from their five-day break wanting to change their fortunes. But it was not to be, as they succumbed to yet another loss.
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The Chicago Blackhawks returned from their five-day break wanting to change their fortunes. But it was not to be, as they succumbed to yet another loss.
Jake Evans scored two goals and set up another as the Montreal Canadiens kicked off their four-game road trip with a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. This was the first time the Montreal Canadiens didn’t have their captain Nick Suzuki in their lineup since before the team acquired him – along with forward Tomas […] The post Canadiens Sick Postgame: Evans, Fowler Shine In 3-1 Win Over Blackhawks appeared first on The Sick Podcast .
Jake Evans scored two goals and set up another as the Montreal Canadiens kicked off their four-game road trip with a 4-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. This was the first time the Montreal Canadiens didn’t have their captain Nick Suzuki in their lineup since before the team acquired him – along with forward Tomas […] The post Canadiens Sick Postgame: Evans, Fowler Shine In 4-1 Win Over Blackhawks appeared first on The Sick Podcast .
First period The Blackhawks have brought some energy to the start and the Canadiens are having issues getting the puck past the red line. Montreal gets its first shot after a great defensive play by Oliver Kapanen to intercept a pass in the Habs’ zone, leading to Cole Caufield earning an offensive-zone faceoff at the other end. If he continues to do that he may hold this top-line spot for a bit. Lane Hutson is playing a little more conservatively I’ve noticed on his first coup...
The Canadiens earn a morale‑boosting 4‑1 win over the Blackhawks on Oct. 24, 2026, despite missing captain Nick Suzuki. Coach Martin St‑Louis reshuffles the defense, and rookie Owen Beck sparks a fourth‑line surge that leads to Jake Evans’ first two goals of the season – including a shorthared tally – giving him a three‑point night. Jacob Fowler shines in net, stopping 20 of 21 shots, while the penalty kill neutralizes five Chicago power plays. The depth effort and disciplined finish set Montreal up for their next challenge, the Heritage Classic against the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday at 7 p.m. ET.
Andrew Mangiapane was activated off of injured reserve, but the question remains of where he will slot into the lineup as he faces "healthy competition" on the roster.
The pre‑game thread for the Canadiens vs. Blackhawks on Oct. 23, 2026 lists start time (8:00 PM EDT/5:00 PM PDT) and broadcast options—TSN2/RDS in Montreal, CHSN in Chicago, NHL Network in the U.S., and streaming via TSN+ or RDS. With Nick Suzuki sidelined, head coach Martin St‑Louis sticks to the lineup that’s sparked chemistry over the past nine games, while rookie Oliver Kapanen moves up from the fourth line. The post also provides quick links for live scores and watch guides.
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The Montreal Canadiens have confirmed that defenseman Mike Matheson will be returning to the lineup for Friday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks (8:00 pm ET) in Chicago. Mike Matheson – who has missed the last four games with a lower-body injury – will take rookie defenseman Adam Engstrom’s spot in the lineup. Matheson has […] The post Mike Matheson Back For The Canadiens, Fowler Starts .vs Blackhawks appeared first on The Sick Podcast .
The Montreal Canadiens have confirmed that defenseman Matheson will be returning to the lineup for Friday night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks at 8:00 pm ET. He will be taking rookie defenseman Adam Engstrom’s spot in the lineup. Mike Matheson has missed the last four games with a lower-body injury. In five games during […] The post Mike Matheson Back For Canadiens, Fowler Starts appeared first on The Sick Podcast .
After a five‑day break, the Chicago Blackhawks (3‑6‑0) host the Montreal Canadiens (4‑3‑2) Friday at 7 p.m. CT. Both teams come off recent overtime drama, but Montreal will be shorthanded without injured forwards Nick Suzuki and Ivan Demidov, while Chicago loses defenseman Bowen Byram to an upper‑body injury. Projected lineups feature Connor Bedard centering a line with Roman Kantserov and Patrick Kane, and Spencer Knight starting in net against Canadiens rookie goaltender Jacob Fowler. The Hawks aim to snap a winless stretch and stay above .500 during their seven‑game homestand, while the Habs try to leverage their overtime success. The rematch is the first of two Original Six clashes this season, with a return meeting set for Jan. 4 in Montreal.
Blackhawks D Bowen Byram skated on his own Friday morning but remains day-to-day with an upper-body injury and will miss tonight's game vs. Montreal. The post Bowen Byram Skates Friday, Still Out as Blackhawks Host Canadiens appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Chicago Blackhawks return from a five‑day layoff to host the Montreal Canadiens on Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. CT. Montreal sits a 4‑3‑2, 10‑point start that leaves them 11th in the tough Eastern Conference with a –4 goal differential. The preview breaks down the teams' recent form, key players to watch and how the Blackhawks can exploit the Canadiens' early struggles. It also highlights the cultural rivalry of French‑Canadian roots versus Chicago’s legacy.
Defenseman Ian Cole is set to his his 1,000th game, and even though he is new to the Chicago Blackhawks this season, he had plenty of ties to the area to make the milestone even more special.
How to watch Blackhawks vs. Canadiens at the United Center: puck drop at 7:00 p.m. CT on NHL Network and CHSN, plus ESPN+ out of market. The post How to Watch Blackhawks vs. Canadiens: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Montreal Canadiens (4‑3‑2) head to Chicago on Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. ET without captain Nick Suzuki for the first time in 546 games. Suzuki misses two to four weeks after an upper‑body injury blocking a shot against San Jose, leaving rookie Oliver Kapanen to inherit the top‑line centre role. Coach David Quinn also shuffles the roster: Owen Beck returns to the fourth line, Mike Matheson replaces Adam Engstrom on defence, and rookie netminder Jacob Fowler starts in goal. With the Habs’ discipline and special‑teams play under scrutiny, they face a Blackhawks squad led by first‑time captain Connor Bedard. The matchup airs on TSN2 and RDS.
Rangers goalie Dylan Garand tops Cowboy's Calder Tracker one month into the season, with Blackhawks center Anton Frondell and Vegas forward Trevor Connelly right behind him. The post Cowboy’s Calder Tracker: Where We Stand One Month In appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
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The Chicago Blackhawks hit the ice Friday night for an original‑six showdown with the Montreal Canadiens after five days off. Andrew Mangiapane returns from a lower‑body injury and is expected to suit up, while defenseman Bowen Byram remains day‑to‑day with an upper‑body issue, though coach Jeff Blashill says he’s trending right. Ian Cole celebrates his 1,000th NHL game, and the United Center buzzes with the “Back in Black” vibe. Meanwhile, Montreal’s captain Nick Suzuki is ruled out 2‑4 weeks, and league‑wide trade chatter heats up with rumors about Dylan Larkin and Connor Hellebuyck. Other highlights include a 6‑0 Bruins win, McDavid’s fifth‑point night, and a Stars OT victory.
Although it's a fairytale return for the Chicago Blackhawks to have Patrick Kane back on the roster, the team needs more than a nice story. With only one goal through nine games, Kane will need to step up on the scoresheet.
Second City Hockey’s Friday Morning Bag Skate highlights the latest Blackhawks news, noting the team’s need to tighten breakout play as veteran Ian Cole advises (Sun‑Times). The piece also covers Chicago’s reliance on two young centers against top defensive matchups and teases a possible return of the iconic green jersey, as reported by Fanatics. Readers get a quick pulse on Chicago’s upcoming challenges and gear updates.
The Montreal Canadiens face the Chicago Blackhawks Friday night at 8:00 PM EDT (5:00 PM PT). With Nick Suzuki out for the first time since April 6, 2019, the preview covers start times, broadcast details (TSN2/RDS in Canada, CHSN locally, NHL Network in the U.S., streaming on TSN+ and RDS) and a Tale‑of‑the‑Tape breakdown of recent form and head‑to‑head stats, helping fans gauge how the Canadiens will perform without their star.
Defenseman Artyom Levshunov has shown a lot of good results early into the season. What has been contributing to his performance?