The Chicago Blackhawks were dealt a tough loss on Tuesday night, falling 4-2 to the New Jersey Devils. The game was marred by a big hit on Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard, who left the game and did not return.
The hit occurred in the second period, when Bedard was skating through the neutral zone and was met with a hard check from Devils defenseman Ty Smith. Bedard was slow to get up and had to be helped off the ice by the Blackhawks’ medical staff. He did not return to the game.
The Blackhawks had a 2-1 lead at the time of the hit, but the Devils scored three unanswered goals in the third period to take the victory.
Bedard has been a bright spot for the Blackhawks this season, leading the team in points with 10 in 11 games. He is also tied for the team lead in goals with four.
The loss was a tough one for the Blackhawks, who have been struggling as of late. They have lost five of their last six games and have been outscored 21-12 in that span.
The team will now have to move forward without Bedard, who is expected to miss some time due to the injury. It remains to be seen how long he will be out, but it is a big blow for a team that is already struggling.
The Blackhawks will look to rebound from this loss and get back on track as they continue their season. They will have to do so without one of their top players in Connor Bedard, who will be missed while he is out.
