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Blackhawks tie NHL record with at least a point in first 16 games

Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane

Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews, left, passes the puck to right wing Patrick Kane (88) during the second period of a hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Friday, Jan. 20, 2012 in Chicago. The Blackhawks won 3-1. (AP Photo/Brian Kersey)

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The Chicago Blackhawks lost Marian Hossa for at least Tuesday, but a 4-3 shootout win against the Vancouver Canucks allowed them to tie the NHL record with at least a point in the first 16 games of their season.

The 2006-07 Anaheim Ducks did it as well. In case you’re wondering, the Ducks were 12-0-4 while the Blackhawks are 13-0-3. Chicago can be alone in the record books with a win or charity point against the San Jose Sharks in a game at the United Center on Friday.

Here are a few fun facts:


  • Chicago is second overall in goals per game (3.93) and also second overall in goals allowed per game (1.94). Overall, they boast a +21 goal differential.
  • They have five players with 10 points or more: Patrick Kane (22), Jonathan Toews (15), Hossa (14), Patrick Sharp (14) and Duncan Keith (10).
  • Only six out of 16 games have come at home.
  • Even with starter Corey Crawford (upper-body) injured, Ray Emery has been perfect, with a 6-0-0 record.

Sure, this milestone might not feel as fulfilling if Hossa’s injury is significant, but it’s impressive nonetheless.