The Chicago Blackhawks have faced a tough start to 2024, suffering heavy losses in their recent games. They were defeated 8-1 by the Dallas Stars, a game that highlighted their struggles. The Blackhawks' woes continued as they lost 4-2 to the New Jersey Devils, marking their 14th consecutive road game loss. The game against the Devils was particularly challenging as the Blackhawks not only lost the lead in the third period but also saw key players Connor Bedard and Foligno leave due to injuries. Tyler Toffoli scored an empty net goal, sealing the win for the Devils. Despite a penalty-filled game for the Blackhawks, the Devils improved their record to 21-14-2. The victory was bittersweet as Jack Hughes had to exit the game, with his family, including his parents and grandmother, in attendance.
Devils look to continue surge vs. banged-up Blackhawks https://t.co/0bnZOd9FAs https://t.co/CbMNDWGu7n
10 observations: Connor Bedard injured in #Blackhawks penalty-filled loss to New Jersey Devils https://t.co/UA0FWq5a9I
Devils beat the Hawks 4-2 as they prep for #Canucks. Some concern for NJ with Jack Hughes leaving the game late in the third. Will wait for update. Hughes parents and grandma in attendance tonight
#NJDevils win a truly bizarre game against the Blackhawks, 4-2. They’re 21-14-2
That's game! #NJDevils win a wild one!!
Blackhawks lose 4-2 to the Devils and drop their 14th consecutive road game.
#NJDevils win 4-2. Discuss⤵️ https://t.co/XFhyQOSBHa
FINAL: Devils 4, Blackhawks 2 Bedard injured, Foligno injured and the Hawks blow a third-period lead and lose their 14th straight road game. Things are just dandy.
Empty netter. Toffoli. #NJDevils lead 4-2
Jack Hughes is going to the #NJDevils locker room.
Jack Hughes down the #NJDevils tunnel...
FINAL: The Blackhawks limp into 2024 with an 8-1 loss to the Stars. It was every bit as bad as that sounds.