Power rankings have been updated - where do the Blackhawks sit?
The 4th Period, a highly respectable online hockey resource has just updated their NHL power rankings, and the Chicago Blackhawks are exactly where you think they'd be.
As per the 4th period, We've reached the middle of November and everything hockey is starting to buzz.
We've had some interesting early-season trades, including Lars Eller heading back to Washington. We've had some significant injuries. And there are the usual surprising and underwhelming team performances and coaches already on the hot seat to keep us all captivated.
But let's take a look at where the Chicago Blackhawks sit in their NHL power-rankings, shall we?
As far as the Chicago Blackhawks power ranking goes, I would be inclined to agree. Currently sitting at a 6-9-1 record, one word comes to mind when analyzing the Blackhawks season so far: inconsistent.
With just 3 goals in the past 4 games, the Blackhawks have been looking disconnected offensively.
The 4th period describes Connor Bedard's start to the season as "pedestriant", which comes as no real shocker to Hawks enthusiasts -- having only scored 3 goals in 16 games so far.
In a recent interview, the young phenom admitted to "not playing great", and this could be directly correlated to the infamous sophomore slump.
On the bright side, the team has had some standout performances from goaltender Petr Mrazek between the pipes, and some stellar 2-way play from depth forward Jason Dickinson.
The Chicago Blackhawks will look to build off their 2-1 overtime win against the Minnesota Wild when they take on the Seattle Kraken tomorrow night.
