Golden Knights Defeat Blackhawks 7-5 in High-Scoring Game

In a high-scoring matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks suffered a 7-5 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, extending their losing streak to four games. The Blackhawks fell behind early, allowing five goals in the first period, which proved too much to overcome despite a rally in the later stages of the game. Interim coach Anders Sorensen expressed concern over the team's lack of urgency, particularly highlighting defenseman T.J. Brodie's struggles with turnovers. Rookie Ethan Del Mastro scored his first NHL goal, contributing to a more competitive second and third period for Chicago. The Golden Knights capitalized on their power play opportunities, scoring on two out of three chances, while the Blackhawks went without any power plays, leading to frustrations voiced by players post-game. Despite the loss, the Blackhawks showed some resilience, outscoring Vegas 4-2 in the final two periods, which offered a glimmer of hope for future matchups.