The question in the offseason for the Chicago Blackhawks front office was how could they better support Connor Bedard. In Year 2, perhaps the question should be how is he better at supporting everyone else.

The evening started with a red carpet outside of the United Center, a DJ spinning some great music, and tons of Chicago Blackhawks fans excited with anticipation for the home opener. After the loud anthem and player introductions,

William Eklund is a game-time decision when the San Jose Sharks visit the Chicago Blackhawks tomorrow night. View the original article to see embedded media. Per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now, Eklund is dealing with an upper-body injury.

The Chicago Blackhawks pounced on a slow-starting San Jose Sharks team with a 4-2 defeat. Connor Bedard was a star with two assists. Taylor Hall, Tyler Bertuzzi, and Jason Dickinson each scored their first goal of the season.