Kane Scores in Return, But Blackhawks Lose To Golden Knights in Season Opener

The Chicago Blackhawks made their 2026-27 regular-season debut on Tuesday, facing off against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. The Golden Knights, known for their speed, precision, and overall dominance, outshot the Blackhawks 37-26 and never trailed throughout the game. Victor Olofsson, Trevor Connelly, Jack Eichel, Noah Hanifin, and Mark Stone scored for the Golden Knights, while Carter Hart made 24 saves to secure the win.

Jordan Greenway and returning Blackhawks star Patrick Kane each scored one goal for the visitors. Spencer Knight, the Blackhawks' goalie, faced 36 shots in the loss, stopping 32 of them. Despite the Hawks' efforts to get back into the game, they struggled to handle the Golden Knights' transition defense and quickly capitalized on their mistakes, falling to a 5-2 defeat. This marked the beginning of a disappointing season for the Blackhawks, who now stand at 0-1-0 in the 2026-27 regular season.