Blackhawks Beat Avalanche 5-2 to End Streak

The Chicago Blackhawks secured a decisive 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, ending a four-game losing streak and showcasing strong offensive performance, particularly in the first period. Ryan Donato led the charge with two goals, including an empty-netter, and assisted on another, while Philipp Kurashev and Lukas Reichel also contributed to the scoring. The Blackhawks dominated early, outshooting the Avalanche 12-7 in the first period and taking a 3-2 lead, despite Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon extending his points streak to 10 games with a goal. Goalie Petr Mrazek made 24 saves, effectively challenging the Avalanche's offense, which struggled to convert opportunities, especially during power plays. The Avalanche, playing their second game in as many nights, saw their five-game winning streak come to an end and will need to regroup for their next matchup. The Blackhawks aim to build on this momentum as they look to improve their standing in the league.