Chicago’s rebuilding season has veered into another deep slump: the Blackhawks fell 9-2 to Carolina, extending their losing streak to six games. Captain Connor Bedard called the defeat “embarrassing” and said Chicago must deliver better results, despite the team maintaining its camaraderie.

By the Numbers
  • Chicago’s record: 4-13-1 after 18 games.
  • The Blackhawks have lost 9 of their last 10 games.
  • Carolina’s 9 goals tied its franchise record since relocating in 1997.
  • The Hurricanes have won 6 of their last 7 games.
Yes, But

Chicago managed two third-period goals after falling behind 7-0, and Roman Kantserov extended his points streak to eight games. But the late offense did little to offset a lopsided loss that saw goalie Spencer Knight pulled after allowing six goals on 17 shots.

State of Play
  • Carolina has scored 16 goals and allowed 2 across its last two home games.
  • Chicago hosts Buffalo on Thursday; Carolina travels to Finland for games against Seattle on Thursday and Saturday.
Bottom Line

Chicago’s challenge is no longer just turning a corner in its rebuild—it’s stopping a slide that is testing the team’s ability to translate its locker-room unity into results.