Published September 18, 2015
The Chicago Blackhawks head into the NHL's Olympic break in prime position to defend their Stanley Cup title.
Now comes the part that really matters.
The Blackhawks (35-11-14) were shut out for the first time this season when they lost 2-0 at Phoenix on Friday night.
But their six-game trip leading up to the break including impressive wins at Los Angeles and Anaheim that helped them move within one point of the NHL-leading Ducks.
"It was really important before getting the two weeks off. You always want to go into the trip with a little momentum and gain some points before you have a long break like that," goaltender Corey Crawford said after the loss to the Coyotes.
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/blackhawks-show-glimpses-of-championship-form-during-strong-first-part-of-nhl-season