Blackhawks Prepare to Face Sharks on West Coast Swing

Blackhawks to Embark on Three-Game Road Trip

The Chicago Blackhawks are set to embark on a three-game road trip starting in California to face the San Jose Sharks on November 18th, 2023. The Blackhawks enter the matchup with a 5-5-1 record, while the Sharks, currently sit at 4-7-1.

Key Players to Watch

Patrick Kane remains a key player to watch for Chicago, coming off of a dominant performance against the Islanders. Kane has recorded four goals and 2 assists in his last five games. The team will also look to Jonathan Toews to continue his strong start to the season, the three-time Stanley Cup Champion has tallied four goals and five assists in 11 games. On the Sharks' side, Timo Meier and Erik Karlsson will be crucial to the team's success. Meier holds the reputation as one of the league's most exciting offensive players, standing as the leading scorer with seven goals and seven assists on the season. Karlsson, a two-time Norris Trophy winner, provides experience to the team's defense and has also contributed five assists in 12 games.

Road Trip Importance for Blackhawks

The upcoming road trip will be crucial for the Blackhawks, who have struggled to gain consistency at the start of the 2023-24 season. The team will look to build on recent strong performances and secure some much-needed wins.

Upcoming Schedule

Following the matchup against San Jose on November 18th, the Blackhawks will travel to Los Angeles to face the Kings on November 20th and then conclude their road trip in Anaheim against the Ducks on November 22nd.