The Blackhawks host the Penguins coming out of the holiday break. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here with Last Word On Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for games around the NHL. In tonight’s matchup, Chicago looks to snap a six-game losing streak against a struggling Pittsburgh squad. NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 28th, Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks
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Ottawa goalie Linus Ullmark is taking a leave of absence for personal reasons
Ullmark has a 14-8-5 record this season with a .881 save percentage and 2.95 goals-against average. … [Read more...] about Ottawa goalie Linus Ullmark is taking a leave of absence for personal reasons
Brazeau has hat trick, Rust scores twice as Penguins rout Blackhawks 7-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Justin Brazeau recorded first NHL hat trick, Bryan Rust scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins rolled past the sliding Chicago Blackhawks 7-3 on Sunday night. Anthony Mantha had a goal and assist and Noel Acciari scored as the Penguins won their second game in three, but just their second in the last [...] … [Read more...] about Brazeau has hat trick, Rust scores twice as Penguins rout Blackhawks 7-3
Photos: Pittsburgh Penguins 7, Chicago Blackhawks 3
The Chicago Blackhawks lost 7-3 to the Pittsburgh Penguins at the United Center on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025. Blackhawks left wing Tyler Bertuzzi (59) drives the net and scores past Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Jack St. Ivany (3) in the last few seconds of the third period, Dec. 28, 2025, at the United Center. (Dominic Di Palermo/Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks left wing Nick Lardis … [Read more...] about Photos: Pittsburgh Penguins 7, Chicago Blackhawks 3
Chicago Blackhawks’ back-to-back woes continue as Pittsburgh Penguins cruise to 7-3 win
The Chicago Blackhawks were 24 hours removed from an upset 4-3 shootout victory over the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Arena. It was the first game after the holiday break and the Hawks played with an energy not seen since the Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar injuries. That was a win that snapped a six-game losing streak. It was also a chance to see if the Hawks could carry … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks’ back-to-back woes continue as Pittsburgh Penguins cruise to 7-3 win