In the first period, while the Chicago Blackhawks were trying to catch up, forward Taylor Hall capitalized on a loose puck in the offensive zone. This goal was crucial for the Blackhawks as it narrowed the gap against the Canucks, but it was particularly significant for Hall, who achieved his 700th NHL point with that first-period goal.
Drafted first overall in 2010, Hall reached this milestone in his 848th NHL game. Now 32 years old, he is in his 15th season and has played for six different teams: the Edmonton Oilers, New Jersey Devils, Boston Bruins, Buffalo Sabres, Arizona Coyotes, and the Blackhawks. His time in Chicago has been the shortest thus far, as he missed last season due to injury.
In 17 games with the Blackhawks, Hall has scored 4 goals and provided 3 assists for a total of 7 points. Last season suggested that he might develop a strong partnership on the top line with Connor Bedard, and there’s still a chance for that this year. Currently, Hall plays on the second line with Andreas Athanasiou and Tyler Bertuzzi. His most productive season came in 2017-18 with the New Jersey Devils, where he tallied 39 goals and 93 points in 76 games, earning the Hart Trophy that year.
While the Blackhawks may not be Hall’s longest stint, the remainder of the season presents an opportunity for him to make his time in Chicago memorable.
