Connor Bedard Shines with Four Points in Blackhawks’ 4-0 Win

In a spectacular performance, Connor Bedard led the Chicago Blackhawks to a decisive 4-0 victory over the Calgary Flames on November 7, 2025. Bedard scored one goal and provided three primary assists, propelling him into a tie for the NHL scoring lead. This win marks a significant moment for the Blackhawks, who improved their record to 7-5-3 for the season.

Key Players Shine in the Match

Tyler Bertuzzi was another standout, contributing two goals to the team’s success, while Andre Burakovsky added one more. The Blackhawks’ offense was relentless, especially in the third period, where they scored three goals to seal the game. This performance came on the heels of a previous high-scoring game against Columbus, where the Flames had scored five goals.

The Flames continued to struggle offensively, as they have throughout the season. With an average of just 2.19 goals per game, they remain the league’s lowest-scoring team and sit at the bottom of the NHL standings with a record of 4-10-2. This game marked the sixth time this season that Calgary has been held to one goal or fewer.

In the goaltending matchup, Spencer Knight earned his first shutout with the Blackhawks, stopping 33 shots and improving his season record to 6-3-2. His counterpart, Dustin Wolf, faced 27 shots and recorded 23 saves, falling to a record of 4-9-1.

Injury Concerns and Team Dynamics

The game was not without its challenges for Chicago. Frank Nazar left the ice late in the first period after a cross-check from Joel Farabee. Nazar, who has been having a strong season with 11 points (5 goals, 6 assists), was a critical player for the Blackhawks. Following the incident, Colton Dach engaged in a fight with Farabee, leaving the Blackhawks with only ten forwards for the rest of the match.

On the defensive side, the Flames faced their own issues, with Kevin Bahl sidelined due to an undisclosed injury. This led to the inclusion of rookies Zayne Parekh and Yan Kuznetsov in the top four defensemen, alongside Rasmus Andersson. The game featured several confrontations, highlighting the intensity between the teams, with three fights total, including notable altercations involving defensemen MacKenzie Weegar and Joel Hanley.

Bedard’s standout performance, which included a beautiful assist on Bertuzzi’s second goal early in the third period, extended his scoring streak to seven games, accumulating a remarkable 22 points (8 goals, 14 assists) in just 15 games. The first-overall pick from the 2023 NHL Draft is on track to surpass his previous career-high of 67 points.

Looking ahead, the Blackhawks will travel to Detroit to face the Red Wings on Sunday, while the Flames will embark on a road trip against the Minnesota Wild on the same day. As the season progresses, both teams will aim to address their respective challenges and build momentum.

This report was first published by The Canadian Press.