Chicago Blackhawks Defeat Vancouver Canucks 5-2
The Chicago Blackhawks secured a 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday night. The win featured Tyler Bertuzzi’s hat trick and Connor Bedard’s first-ever NHL goal, an empty-netter scored in his hometown.
Game Highlights and Analysis
After a challenging second period, the Blackhawks bounced back with a strong third period, powered by Bertuzzi's three goals and Bedard's milestone score. Ron Luce provides an in-depth breakdown of the game.
Artyom Levshunov’s Performance
Levshunov, whom I supported starting in the NHL before the season, displayed a mix of promising skating and chaotic play. His shifts were a blend of strong plays and costly mistakes, including a turnover on the first power play and a poorly timed offensive zone pinch that allowed the Canucks to score.
"Levshunov’s excellent skating ability suits his chaotic play style and unpredictability."
His Corsi at even strength was impressive, ranking second-highest on the team at 65.3% according to Evolving Hockey. Levshunov also contributed to generating offensive opportunities and had several scoring chances.
Additional Insights
Sam Fels highlighted Levshunov’s skillset in his newsletter, supporting the view of his potential impact for the Blackhawks.
Author’s Summary: Levshunov’s dynamic but unpredictable style provides both exciting offensive contributions and moments requiring more consistency for the Blackhawks’ success.