Sometimes, all it takes is a lucky break to get into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. That’s how the Chicago Blackhawks found themselves in the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After winning the Stanley Cup in 2010, Chicago lost a lot of key players due to Salary Cap restrictions.
Going into April 10th, 2011, the Blackhawks were in a ‘win and you’re in’ the playoffs situation. After getting up 1-0 early by a Michael Frolik goal, Chicago was down 3-1. They wouldn’t catch back up, losing 4-3 in regulation.
After losing against the Red Wings, it seemed like the season was over for Chicago.