The NHL schedule for Sunday features an exciting matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the Chicago Blackhawks, set to take place at 7 p.m. ET at the United Center, broadcast live on NHL Network. Currently, the Avalanche are at the top of the Western Conference with an impressive 35 points, showcasing their strong performance this season with a record of 15 wins, 1 loss, and 5 overtime losses. Conversely, the Blackhawks sit in 11th place in the Western Conference with 24 points and a record of 10 wins, 7 losses, and 4 overtime losses.
For fans looking to catch the action, the game will be available for streaming on Fubo, in addition to being broadcast on NHL Network. Those interested in attending the game in person can find tickets through StubHub.
In terms of player injuries, the Avalanche will be missing key players including Gavin Brindley, Joel Kiviranta, Valeri Nichushkin, and Logan O’Connor, all of whom are sidelined due to lower body injuries or a hip injury. The Blackhawks have their own injury concerns with Andre Burakovsky and Jason Dickinson listed as day-to-day, while Laurent Brossoit, Nick Foligno, and Shea Michael Weber will not be playing.
Statistically, Nathan MacKinnon leads the Avalanche with 37 points scored from 17 goals and 20 assists, while Scott Wedgewood maintains a solid goals-against average of 2.23 following 34 goals allowed and 360 saves this season. For the Blackhawks, rookie sensation Connor Bedard is having a standout season as well, contributing 30 points with 13 goals and 17 assists. Goaltender Spencer Knight has made 416 saves and holds a .922 save percentage, ranking fifth in the league.
As both teams prepare to clash, hockey fans can anticipate a competitive game filled with exciting plays and remarkable performances from some of the league’s top talents. The match represents an opportunity for the Blackhawks to gain ground in the standings against a formidable Avalanche squad.