Hawks fall to Preds

Hawks fall to Nashville Predators Once Again

One of the few scuffles in a very physical game. 
source: http://blackhawks.nhl.com/gamecenter

As what usually proves to be a physical matchup, the Predators entered the United Center with a chip on their shoulder as they currently stand in last place with only weeks left until playoffs. With Hawks only several points behind the league leading St. Louis Blues, who have already clinched a playoff spot along with the Boston Bruins.

Although currently struggling, it seems Nashville has our number this season, the Blackhawks just can't pull off a W. With the only goals of the game coming from Mike Fisher and Gabriel Bourque, the Preds were able to hold the Hawks powerful offense to zero goals. In a very physical game, the Predators were able to keep the Hawks away from playing their true game. One star to note was Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne, who according to the Chicago Blackhawks website had held of 29 shots throughout the game. Recording his first shutout of the season, Rinne played incredible to keep the Hawks scoreless. Although the opportunities to score and create chances were there, the Hawks just couldn't seem to light the lamp. 

With only weeks remaining in the playoff hunt, the Chicago Blackhawks will need to find there rhythm as they play for a spot in the post-season. Without star scorer Patrick Kane, the Hawks will need to figure out a way to work together in order to get some point on the board. As kaner will most likely be out for the remainder of the regular season, the Hawks have added talented prospects Teuvo Teravainen, and Jeremy Morin. Both the young stars will look to get the offense back on its feet for the Hawks, as they have only several much needed victories left in the regular season. 

Hawks will take on a lower placed Dallas Stars team on March 25 at the United Center, and are in need of a victory to finish the season strong. With only a few games left, the Hawks will need to gain some serious momentum as they head into the playoffs. Although the run for another first place finish is very unlikely, the Hawks still must place well in order to try and gain home rink advantage. 

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