Even with some new look lines and defensive pairs, the Chicago Blackhawks continued to meander aimlessly in the opening period. The new combinations did not inject energy, only confusion. The ‘Hawks failed to register a single shot on goal for most of the period while giving up two goals. They looked clueless and totally overmatched by the beefy and skilled Winnipeg Jets.
— Blackhawk Up (@Blackhawk_Up) December 12, 2018
The old Q blender has gone berserk and the team has as well. This talent-challenged roster needs to roll consistent lines to develop any kind of cohesiveness.