CHGO Chicago Blackhawks Podcast BLACKHAWKS POSTGAME: Hawks Power Play Comes Up EMPTY vs Kings | CHGO Blackhawks Podcast
Oct 27, 2025
Mario Tirabassi, a United Center reporter, joins to discuss the Blackhawks' recent loss to the Kings. They break down the strong start highlighted by Connor Bedard's early goal, but note how missed power play opportunities cost them. The conversation shifts to the Hawks' inability to adapt to the Kings' neutral zone strategy and Tyler Bertuzzi’s crucial role in net-front presence. Tirabassi also offers insights on Mikheyev’s injury and emphasizes the importance of roster depth as the team moves forward.
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First-Period Burst, Midgame Collapse
- The Blackhawks dominated the first period but collapsed in the second and third, losing puck battles and rushes.
- That Jekyll-and-Hyde performance suggests focus and effort lapses rather than being outclassed overall.
Power Play Became A Liability
- The power play repeatedly failed to set up and instead resorted to low-percentage dumps and passive plays.
- That lack of execution turned power plays into momentum-sapping possessions instead of advantages.
Mistakes Came From Poor Decision-Making
- The Hawks' mistakes were often from overzealous or panicked plays, not solely opponent pressure.
- Coaches and players highlighted poor puck management and 'poke and hope' attempts as core issues.