The Blackhawks have six regular-season games remaining and are trying to return to the Stanley Cup playoffs after a one-year absence. Each day until the Blackhawks are officially eliminated from playoff contention, Second City Hockey will breakdown their chances at a playoff spot.
The Blackhawks were idle.
The Avalanche broke a tie for the second wild card in the Western Conference with a 4-3 win over the Golden Knights. The Stars maintained their wild-card lead with a 2-1 win against the West-leading Flames.
The Blackhawks visit the Sharks in San Jose.