Chicago Blackhawks at T-Mobile Arena: Golden Knights cash in on power play, Hawks blanked

The Chicago Blackhawks moved to a 25-30-11 record after a 4-0 loss to the the Vegas Golden Knights, who went to 31-22-14, at T-Mobile Arena. The Chicago Blackhawks vs Vegas Golden Knights final score reflected Vegas scoring 3 times in the first period and adding 1 more in the second period.

First period

The Hawks were down 3-0 after the Golden Knights scored 3 goals in the opening period. Chicago finished with 20 hits and 31 faceoffs won, and the puck-possession detail showed a 56 percent faceoff win rate on 55 total draws. Spencer Knight faced 32 shots and finished with 28 saves as Vegas put 32 shots on goal.

Second period

The Hawks remained scoreless in the second period while the Knights added 1 goal to extend the margin. Chicago went 0-for-4 on the power play with 2 shots, and Vegas went 2-for-5 with 8 power-play shots, a special-teams gap that served as the Chicago Blackhawks vs Vegas Golden Knights turning point. Connor Bedard recorded 2 shots and 1 penalty, and Tyler Bertuzzi logged 3 shots with 2 takeaways as Chicago tried to manufacture offense at even strength.

Third period

The Hawks held Vegas scoreless in the third period but stayed off the scoreboard while finishing with 21 shots and a 0 percent shooting rate. Chicago’s game sheet showed 17 giveaways and 4 takeaways, and the Knights ended with 12 giveaways and 4 takeaways in a post game analysis snapshot of puck management. Adin Hill earned the win with 21 saves on 21 shots, and the team-level Chicago Blackhawks vs Vegas Golden Knights tactical recap included Vegas blocking 7 shots while Chicago blocked 6.

The Hawks return home for a game against the the Minnesota Wild at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, scheduled for 7:30 PM EDT on 2026-03-17. The broadcast will be available on TNT and FDSNX on television, with streaming coverage on HBO Max, and fans can also find the game on FDSWIX. Keep it locked for the next recap, and share this article with other Hawks fans.