After three games, the Chicago Blackhawks secured their first victory by defeating the Edmonton Oilers during their second back-to-back matchup. This win showcased a solid performance from the Blackhawks against one of the league’s top teams, which was crucial for their morale.
On Saturday, October 12, the Blackhawks triumphed over the Oilers, 4-2, benefiting from some fortunate plays throughout the game. While they faced more shots against them, the Blackhawks delivered a complete performance, marking their record at 1-1-1 for the season.
Petr Mrazek recorded 31 saves, and Teuvo Teravainen netted two power-play goals. Here’s a recap of the game’s key moments.
**Chicago Blackhawks vs. Edmonton Oilers 10/12/2024 Score Summary:**
**1st Period:**
– 15:50 CHI – Philipp Kurashev (1) [CHI 1 – EDM 0]
– Assisted by Taylor Hall (1) and Wyatt Kaiser (1)
**2nd Period:**
– 4:55 EDM – Corey Perry (1) [CHI 1 – EDM 1]
– Assisted by Jeff Skinner (1) and Mattias Ekholm (1)
– 10:10 CHI – Seth Jones (1) PP [CHI 2 – EDM 1]
– Assisted by Connor Bedard (3) and Teuvo Teravainen (1)
– 13:58 CHI – Connor Bedard (1) [CHI 3 – EDM 1]
– Assisted by Teuvo Teravainen (2) and TJ Brodie (1)
**3rd Period:**
– 5:35 CHI – Teuvo Teravainen (2) PP [CHI 4 – EDM 1]
– Assisted by Seth Jones (2) and Connor Bedard (4)
– 10:01 EDM – Leon Draisaitl (1) PP [CHI 4 – EDM 2]
– Assisted by Connor McDavid (1) and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (1)
– CHI – Teuvo Teravainen (3) PP [CHI 5 – EDM 2]
– Assisted by Alex Vlasic (2) and Seth Jones (3)
**Highlights:**
Philipp Kurashev got the Blackhawks on the scoreboard late in the first period, and the Kurashev, Hall, and Bertuzzi line has been impressive since the season began. Kurashev has established himself well as the second line center.
After Corey Perry equalized for the Oilers early in the second period, Seth Jones quickly reclaimed the lead for the Blackhawks with a power-play goal.
The rivalry between the Blackhawks and Oilers intensified after Connor Bedard was drafted, making it feel like a face-off between the two Connors on the ice. Bedard responded well, scoring his first goal of the season in Edmonton.
Following their opening night loss to Utah, head coach Luke Richardson emphasized the importance of getting shots on goal, particularly during the power play. Chicago did just that, as Teravainen focused on getting the puck to the net during their second power play, which paid off.
