Key Highlights
- Chicago Blackhawks host the New Jersey Devils in a late-night matchup on November 12, 2025.
- Connor Bedard and Arvid Soderblom lead the Blackhawks with strong performances recently.
- The game is part of the Blackhawks’ four-game homestand starting on Wednesday evening at United Center.
- Tyler Bertuzzi has been successful against New Jersey, scoring points in 10 out of his last 11 games.
Preview: Chicago’s Four-Game Homestand Begins Against the Devils
The Chicago Blackhawks are set to kick off their four-game homestand on Wednesday evening by hosting the New Jersey Devils at the United Center. This matchup is significant as it marks the first of two meetings between these teams during the current season.
Key Players and Performances
In recent games, key players have shown strong performances. Connor Bedard, the standout forward for the Blackhawks, has extended his point streak to eight games with three points against the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday. This performance includes a goal and two assists, marking him as one of the league’s top performers.
Arvid Soderblom, who made a career-high 45 saves in the game against the Red Wings, has bolstered the Blackhawks’ defense. His performance was particularly notable for his second win of the season, where he achieved an impressive save percentage and shutout record.
A Look Back at Recent Successes
The last time out, the Blackhawks demonstrated their resilience by defeating the Detroit Red Wings with a decisive 5-1 score. Notable among the scorers were Connor Bedard, Tyler Bertuzzi, Artyom Levshunov, and Teuvo Teravainen, each contributing to the team’s success.
Arvid Soderblom made history that night by recording his career-high 45 saves in a single game. This achievement places him second in the league this season for the most saves behind Merzlikins, who recorded an even higher count of 48 saves in a single game.
Preseason Preparations and Expectations
The Blackhawks are currently on a season-long three-game win streak. They have shown consistent performance by securing points in eleven out of their last fifteen games (8-4-3 record). This strong start has seen them share second place with an average goals against per game of 2.50 and rank fourth in the league for goals given up at 5-on-5 this season.
With a balanced attack, the team’s power play ranks seventh in the NHL at 25.5%, while their penalty kill is also holding strong with an eighth-place ranking at 83.9%.
These figures indicate that Chicago has been performing well across various aspects of the game, making them a formidable opponent for any team.
The upcoming matchup against the Devils promises to be intense as both teams aim to maintain their winning streaks. The rivalry between these teams is not new; Tyler Bertuzzi has a proven track record of success against New Jersey, having scored in 10 out of his last 11 games against them.
