It has been a rough stretch lately for the Blackhawks on the ice, but there are plenty of bright spots regarding the team’s youth as they close out the 2025–26 season. Here are the biggest stories surrounding the team right now and their upcoming schedule for the week of March 29 – April 4.
Connor Bedard’s 30-Goal Milestone
Bedard recently scored his 30th goal of the season against the Philadelphia Flyers. This makes him only the third player in Blackhawks franchise history to reach the 30-goal mark before turning 21, joining Jonathan Toews and Eric Dazé.
He also made headlines recently for jawing with a fan during a game against the Utah Mammoth, eventually rubbing his overtime game-winner right in the fan’s face.
The Emergence of Nick Lardis
While the team has struggled recently, rookie Nick Lardis is proving he belongs. After being promoted to the second line alongside Tyler Bertuzzi and Frank Nazar by head coach Jeff Blashill, Lardis has been on a tear, scoring in three of his last four games.
Late-Season Slump
The Blackhawks (currently 27-33-13) are trying to find their footing after a brutal East Coast swing. They are coming off back-to-back blowout losses, getting routed 5-1 by the Flyers and 6-1 by the New York Rangers. The young core is facing a serious gut-check to end the season on a high note.
Roster Moves
Chicago is solidifying its prospect pool, recently signing forward prospect Jiri Felcman to a three-year, entry-level contract that kicks in next season. Dominic Toninato was also recently recalled from the American Hockey League’s Rockford IceHogs.
Blackhawks Upcoming Schedule
The Blackhawks have a busy week ahead, wrapping up their Eastern road trip before heading back to Chicago, and then immediately taking off for a Western Conference swing.
| Date | Opponent | Time (EDT) | Location |
| Sunday, March 29 | at New Jersey Devils | 7:00 PM | Prudential Center (Newark, NJ) |
| Tuesday, March 31 | vs. Winnipeg Jets | 8:30 PM | United Center (Chicago, IL) |
| Thursday, April 2 | at Edmonton Oilers | 9:00 PM | Rogers Place (Edmonton, AB) |
| Saturday, April 4 | at Seattle Kraken | 10:00 PM | Climate Pledge Arena (Seattle, WA) |
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