NHL · Central
Chicago Blackhawks news Tuesday, November 3, 2026
This is the Blackhawks page as it was that morning. Today’s Blackhawks news
Get Blackhawks news every morning
One free email: the Blackhawks in 30 seconds, the whole story in 5. Every story links to its sources.
Free, no account. Follow other teams too? Pick them all. By signing up, you agree to our privacy policy.
Check your inbox
We sent a confirmation to . Tap the button in it and your first Blackhawks email arrives the next morning.
The 30-second version
The 5-minute version
NHL
Record4–10–1
Last · Mon, Nov 2 · Final
L 2–5 vs Avalanche
Wed, Nov 4 7:30 PM ET at Panthers
No. 1 in the 30-second version
Patrick Kane left the Blackhawks' 5-2 loss to Colorado with an upper-body injury and will miss a few games.
Kane departed in the second period, and coach Jeff Blashill said he will miss the next couple of games for sure. Chicago is 4-10-1 and is already without defenseman Bowen Byram, who has missed eight straight games with an upper-body injury. The Blackhawks play at Florida on Wednesday to open a three-game trip.
Sources: The Hockey News - Chicago Blackhawks · Associated Press
Kadri and Schwartz lead the Avalanche past the Blackhawks 5-2 for their 3rd straight win
CHICAGO (AP) — Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz scored two goals apiece, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the struggling Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Monday night for their third consecutive win. Hughes had two assists as Colorado improved to 15-4-0 in its last 19 games against Chicago.
Sources: Associated Press · The Hockey News - Colorado Avalanche
Around the leagues
No. 2 in the 30-second version
David Pastrnak's shootout goal lifted the Bruins past the Golden Knights 3-2 on Monday night.
Vegas tied the game in the third period on a goal by Trevor Connelly, but Pastrnak won it in the third round of the shootout. The Golden Knights have lost five of their last six games after starting 8-2. Vegas plays at Pittsburgh on Tuesday, and Boston plays there on Thursday.
Sources: The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden Knights · Associated Press
No. 3 in the 30-second version
Carter Mazur Scores 1st NHL Goal, Red Wings Hold Off Panthers With 5-3 Win
Detroit’s quick-strike offense snapped Florida’s winning momentum as former Cats goaltender Daniil Tarasov stood tall, thwarting a late third-period rally to secure a gritty road victory.
Sources: The Hockey News - Detroit Red Wings · The Hockey News - Florida Panthers
Nikita Kucherov says his trade request stems from disrespect and poor communication with Lightning GM Julien BriseBois.
Kucherov is in the final season of his contract and will become a free agent on July 1. General manager Julien BriseBois said in a statement that the team has no intention of trading him. Kucherov has 18 points in 13 games, and Tampa Bay (7-3-2) hosts Detroit on Tuesday.
Sources: NBC Sports · Associated Press
Flames beat Sharks 2-1 as William Stromgren scores his first NHL goal.
Dustin Wolf made 26 saves for his second straight win, and Calgary held off a late San Jose goal by Sam Dickinson. The Flames play at the Kraken on Wednesday at 10 PM ET, while the Sharks play at the Kings the same night.
Source: The Hockey News - Calgary Flames
Journeyman goalie Matt Tomkins stops 27 of 28 shots as Oilers beat Rangers 4-1.
It was Tomkins' seventh NHL start, and he played for his hometown Oilers, according to ESPN. Edmonton visits the Devils tonight at 7:30 PM ET, and the Rangers host the Blues tonight at 7 PM ET.
Source: ESPN
How this is made: Summaries are written with AI from the linked reporting. For the full account, read the sources.