You know how the Boston Bruins were off to a rough start while the Chicago Blackhawks dominated the first period?
Yeah, it got worse for Boston.
The Blackhawks are off to a 6-0 lead deep into the second period of what’s more or less a must-win game for the Bruins. Tuukka Rask was given the early hook, yet things really didn’t get much better afterward.
Patrick Kane is really taking the spotlight, however.
With a hat trick and an assist, Kane’s enjoying a special afternoon, hitting the 100-point mark for the first time in his career. (And likely becoming the only player to do so this season, barring a blazing run by Jamie Benn or someone else close-ish to the mix.)
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) April 3, 2016
.@88PKane (@NHLBlackhawks) recorded his 2nd career regular-season hat trick and hit 100-point mark for 1st time in his NHL career. #BOSvsCHI
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) April 3, 2016
In the near-certain instance that Kane’s points lead remains, he’ll be the first American player to win the Art Ross Trophy. Honestly, it might not even be close.
Patrick Kane is the first #Blackhawk to reach 100 points since Jeremy Roenick tallied 107 in the 1993-94 season.
— Eric Lear (@BHTVeric) April 3, 2016