Blackhawks need to be more decisive, make better reads to improve transition defense
Following a 5-2 loss to the Golden Knights, the Chicago Blackhawks are focusing on improving their transition defense. Coach Jeff Blashill and players emphasized the need for better decision-making and reading plays.
SALT LAKE CITY — It’s tempting to overreact to a sample of data one game into every season.The Blackhawks spent Wednesday trying to avoid doing that — and instead learn tangible lessons from their mistakes — after getting buzzed 5-2 on Tuesday by the Golden Knights in Las Vegas.‘‘They’re a very good team, very experienced, and I think they had a better start than us,’’ defenseman Alex Vlasic said. ‘‘We have a lot better. Everyone in here [does].’’Said coach Jeff Blashill: ‘‘Usually when you…
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