Blackhawks take the ice for Thursday preseason matchup

Chicago faces the New York Islanders in a live road game.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 13h1 min read

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What happened: The Chicago Blackhawks are on the road for a Thursday night preseason game. The team is currently in action against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena.

Why it matters: Chicago enters the contest looking to build momentum ahead of the upcoming regular season. The Blackhawks are finalizing their roster as the exhibition schedule concludes.

By the numbers: Chicago and New York are currently tied 0-0.

What to watch: The team continues to evaluate its prospects as the game unfolds.

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