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Power Play Struggles

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sports-nhl1 year ago

"Devils' Playoff Hopes Dashed in 5-1 Loss to Red-Hot Rangers"

New Jersey Devils' star center Jack Hughes calls for an attitude adjustment after a 5-1 loss to the New York Rangers, emphasizing the need for a change in mindset as their playoff hopes diminish. The team's power play struggles, highlighted by a failure to convert during significant opportunities in the game, have been a major concern. With defenseman Dougie Hamilton sidelined, coach Lindy Ruff is turning to rookies to quarterback the power play. Hughes, who recently returned from an injury, acknowledges his own need to improve and contribute more effectively to the team.

sports2 years ago

"Connor Bedard's Historic Performance Not Enough as Blackhawks Fall to Jets"

The Chicago Blackhawks fell to the Winnipeg Jets 3-1, extending their losing streak against the Jets to six games. Connor Bedard scored the opening goal and extended his road point streak to eight games, the second-longest in NHL history for players 18 years old or younger. Anthony Beauvillier had a strong debut, generating scoring chances alongside Bedard and Philipp Kurashev. The Blackhawks struggled on the power play, making changes to the units. They finished with 21 shots on goal and have allowed three or more goals in 12 consecutive games. Several soft penalties were called against the Blackhawks. Defensemen Wyatt Kaiser and Isaak Phillips were assigned to Rockford, while Jarred Tinordi returned from injury. Defenseman Louis Crevier was recalled for his first NHL call-up.