Andrew's the Name--Blackhawks with a W, Finally

CALGARY, AB -- Finally! A win for the Blackhawks!

The starting lineup looked like it was finally back to normal--no more of Q's blended, weird lines this time around (though they were kind of fun). Corey Crawford is still out with an injury, though no one will disclose exactly what the injury is (I've heard concussion being thrown around), but he marks the only injury. In fact, Kruger is back tonight! Exciting! After missing 41 games, it was nice seeing him skate around again, even if it was in a different number. I'm looking at you, Ladd.

Speaking of Ladd, he had a good night, tallying two goals and an assist, one goal a wrist shot early in the second period and another goal an empty netter late in the third, with Shaw's goal being his assist. Andrew Shaw had a good night, too--getting into a few scuffles; then getting two almost back-to-back penalties for roughing; and finally, a goal. He's three for three now, which is pretty impressive.

Now, what next? Another W. They have to win at least a few of these remaining six games if they want to stay in this thing. This win puts them six points behind both the Stars and the Blues, which is good, but they're still in trouble with the Predators on their tails.

The Blackhawks continue their road trip and are set to play the Canucks (27-34-13) March 27th at 8pm.

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