The Tuesday Morning Bag Skate roundup covers the latest hockey headlines, headlined by the Colorado Avalanche beating Chicago 5-2, as reported by the Sun‑Times and Tribune. It also notes the Blackhawks unveiling their new Hometown Remix jerseys, reports on defenseman Bowen Byram’s ongoing injury and specialist treatment, and discusses which Blackhawks players must improve and which scoring wingers the team might target, per Athletic analysis. The post serves as a quick thread for fans to catch up on recent news and team developments.
The Chicago Blackhawks debut their green “Hometown Remix” jerseys on Nov. 3, 2026, but a 2‑0 first‑period lead evaporates in a 5‑2 defeat to the Colorado Avalanche at the United Center. Avalanche’s Wyatt Kaiser scores just 57 seconds in, while Artyom Levshunov and Gabriel Landeskog engage in a chaotic battle in the first period. Connor Bedard chips in with an assist and a bizarre net‑slide incident, and Nazem Kadri adds a power‑play goal as Chicago racks up six minors, reaching 60 penalties in 15 games. Patrick Kane exits in the second period with an upper‑body injury, sidelining him for the next few contests. The Blackhawks head into a three‑game road stretch against Florida, Tampa Bay and Carolina.
Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane suffers an upper-body injury, exiting the 5-2 loss to Colorado on Nov. 3 and will miss at least the next two games, coach Jeff Blashill confirms. Kane’s final shift came at 14:53 of the second period; he logged 10:20 of ice time with no points. Chicago, debuting new green Hometown Remix jerseys, fell to the Avalanche after leading early. The 37‑year‑old, who signed a two‑year, $16 million deal in July, currently has one goal and eight assists in 14 games and reached his 900th career assist last weekend. The Blackhawks head to a three‑game road trip starting Wednesday against Florida.
Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog dominates the spotlight despite not appearing on the scoresheet. After Artyom Levshunov’s elbow on Cale Makar, Landeskog confronts the young defender and argues the hit deserved more than a minor penalty. The Avs snap a three‑game road skid, winning three straight, while Nazem Kadri rebounds from a slump with four goals and six points in five games, benefiting from a line shuffle that pairs him with Landeskog, Jaden Schwartz and T.J. Hughes. T.J. Hughes records his first multi‑point night, Schwartz adds two goals, and Devon Toews reaches 15 points in 15 games. Goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood shines, posting a 6‑1 stretch and a perfect 4‑for‑4 penalty‑kill, cementing his role as the Avalanche’s starter.
The Colorado Avalanche rallied from an early 2-0 deficit to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Nov. 2, 2026. Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each netted two goals — Kadri’s second coming on a power‑play deflection and Schwartz’s on a short‑side strike — powering Colorado’s middle‑six surge. Chicago’s goals came from a fluky Cale Makar deflection and Roman Kantserov’s two‑on‑one finish. Devon Toews capped the win with an empty‑netter in the third. The win showcases the Avs’ resilience as they head into a back‑to‑back with the Columbus Blue Jackets the following night.
Colorado storms back to beat Chicago 5-2 on Monday night after the Blackhawks jump ahead 2-0 early. Wyatt Kaiser scores within a minute and Roman Kantserov adds a second at 7:05, but the Avalanche rally in under a period to flip the script. The rapid turnaround showcases Colorado’s resilience and sets the tone for their upcoming schedule.
The Chicago Blackhawks fell 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 3, 2026, and franchise legend Patrick Kane left in the second period with an upper‑body injury. Coach Jeff Blashill later confirmed Kane will miss the next two games. Kane, who logged just 10:20 of ice time, is the NHL’s all‑time US‑born assists leader and just returned on a two‑year deal. Chicago’s slump continued with a third straight loss before a three‑game road trip begins against the Florida Panthers, Tampa Bay Lightning and Carolina Hurricanes.
The Blackhawks are going against teams that are better than them pretty much every single night. That's the story when it comes to young, developing, shorthanded teams. But it's starting to get old.
The Chicago Blackhawks fell 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 3, 2026, snapping a brief 2‑0 lead after early goals from Wyatt Kaiser and Roman Kantserov. Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each netted twice for Colorado, whose goalie Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 21 of 23 shots. In the second period, star forward Patrick Kane exits with an upper‑body injury, sidelining him for the next few games. The loss drops Chicago to 4‑10‑1 and marks their sixth defeat in seven outings, with a tough road trip to the Panthers, Lightning and Hurricanes looming.
The Colorado Avalanche snapped their recent road slump with a 5-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Nov. 2, 2026. After falling behind 2-0 early, Colorado rallied thanks to Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each netting two goals, including Kadri's 100th career power‑play goal, and an empty‑netter from Devon Toews. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood recorded 21 saves for his sixth win in seven games. The game also featured a brief melee when Martin Necáš defended Cale Makar after a high elbow from Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov, underscoring the team's gritty response.
Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each scored twice as the Colorado Avalanche beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5‑2 at the United Center on Nov. 3, 2026. After falling behind early and a controversial goaltender‑interference call that wiped out a Toews‑Necas chance, Colorado rallied with two goals in 26 seconds and added two more in the second period, including Schwartz’s power‑play marker. The win gives the Avs two points and pushes them toward their next back‑to‑back against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday.
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Game Preview
The Colorado Avalanche (8‑5‑1) aim to snap their 2‑4‑0 road slump when they face the struggling Chicago Blackhawks (4‑9‑1) on Monday night in Chicago. After back‑to‑back home wins—including a 5‑2 victory and standout performances from Cale Makar (four points) and Artturi Lehkonen (two goals)—the Avs hope to extend their momentum on the road. Logan O’Connor is likely back in the lineup while forward Gavin Brindley returns to the Colorado Eagles. The Hawks, missing defenseman Bowen Byram and battling a –22 goal differential, will look to tighten their neutral zone. Game tips off at 6 p.m. MT, streaming on Altitude platforms.
The Colorado Avalanche host the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at 6 p.m. MT in the first matchup of the 2026-27 season. The Avs enter on a two‑game winning streak (8‑5‑1) and look to extend it despite recent injuries to defensemen Josh Manson (out 8 weeks) and the uncertainty around Logan O’Connor. Key players include Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Necas and the returning Nic Roy, while Artturi Lehkonen races toward a 30‑goal season. Chicago (4‑9‑1) tries to snap a two‑game skid without former Avs defenseman Bowen Byram; Connor Bedard returns after missing six games and will be paired with Patrick Kane. Goaltenders likely are Mackenzie Blackwood vs. Spencer Knight. The game streams on Altitude/ESPN+ and airs on Altitude Sports Radio.
The Chicago Blackhawks debut their vivid green Hometown Remix jersey tonight at 7 p.m. CT against the Colorado Avalanche. Part of the NHL‑Fanatics program, the uniform features the classic Blackhawks logo on a green base, gold shoulder patches, six‑pointed stars honoring the Chicago flag, and retro touches linking back to the 1961 Stanley Cup team and the city’s St. Patrick’s Day river dyeing tradition. The team will wear the jersey six times this season, with the first appearance on Nov. 2. Fans can buy blank premiums for $225 or authentic versions for $525 from the CBH Shop and other retailers, though early reactions call the design “lazy.”
The Chicago Blackhawks host the Colorado Avalanche on Monday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. CT (8 p.m. ET, 5 p.m. PT) at the United Center. The game airs locally on CHSN+ in Chicago and Altitude Sports in Colorado, with streaming via the CHSN app/Prime Video (Chicago) or Altitude+ (Colorado) and ESPN+ for out‑of‑market viewers. Radio coverage is on WGN 720 AM. Chicago (4‑9‑1) comes off a 5‑4 OT loss, led by Connor Bedard (9 points) and Patrick Kane (8 assists). Colorado (8‑5‑1) rides a two‑game streak, with Nathan MacKinnon (24 points) and Artturi Lehkonen (12 goals) heading the offense. Betting odds favor the Avalanche at -238.
The Chicago Blackhawks (4‑9‑1) host the Colorado Avalanche (8‑5‑1) on Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. CT in the United Center, kicking off four Central Division match‑ups this season. After a 5‑4 OT loss to Boston, rookie Anton Frondell and captain Connor Bedard lead a struggling Hawks lineup that returns Teuvo Teravainen and scratches Jordan Greenway. Colorado arrives on a two‑game winning streak, highlighted by Cale Makar’s four assists and Artturi Lehkonen’s two goals. Projected goaltenders are Spencer Knight for Chicago and Scott Wedgewood for Colorado. The teams have met three times last season, with Colorado winning all three.
The Colorado Avalanche dropped new alternate uniforms for the NHL's Hometown Remix program
The Calgary Flames fell 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, dropping to 6-8-0. Rookie goalie Arsenii Sergeev, despite a .848 save percentage on 33 shots and a −0.42 GSAx, kept the score respectable as the Avalanche posted a modest 4.58 xG. Offensively, Joel Farabee opened the scoring and Martin Pospíšil added his third of the season, both aided by strong forechecking from Mikael Backlund and Ryan Strome. Defensive lapses plagued the Flames, with the Suniev‑Frost‑Sharangovich line generating just 29.77% of expected goals and a costly pinch‑in error by Maxim Tsyplakov leading to a two‑on‑one that made it 4‑0. Jake Middleton left the game with an injury, and the Flames failed to secure any power‑play chances.
The Colorado Avalanche (8-5-1) start a back‑to‑back road swing on Nov. 2 at the Chicago Blackhawks (4-9-1) with a 6:08 p.m. MT tip‑off. After a split home/road stretch, coach Jared Bednar hopes to translate their strong home play to the road, where they’re 2‑4‑0 this season. Goalie Scott Wedgewood may start his fifth game despite a 0‑2‑1 skid, while Logan O’Connor returns to the lineup. Chicago counters with Spencer Knight (4‑7‑0) and is missing defenseman Bowen Byram due to injury. Key milestones include Kadri’s 100th power‑play goal and Roy’s chase for 200 career points. The matchup airs on Altitude TV and 92.5 FM.
The Chicago Blackhawks host the Colorado Avalanche on Monday night, marking their first home game of November after a disappointing October. The preview highlights the Avalanche's recent postseason sweep by the Vegas Golden Knights, their status as last season's Western Conference runner‑up, and what to expect when the two Western Conference foes meet at the United Center.
The Canucks unveil their new Hometown Remix jersey, inspired by Vancouver’s night skyline, featuring a stealth‑mode orca, silver eyes, and Lions Gate Bridge accents. The alternate will debut at six home games: Nov. 13 vs. Rangers, Nov. 21 vs. Wild, Dec. 4 vs. Sabres, Feb. 16 vs. Penguins, Feb. 20 vs. Avalanche, and Mar. 3 vs. Blackhawks. While ESPN and The Athletic rank the design in the low‑30s, coach Manny Malhotra stresses that rebuilding standards remain high, noting improved shooting but lingering defensive lapses. Monday’s navy practice showed a refreshed look and a lineup shuffle—Öhgren moves to the second line, O’Connor drops to the third, and Mancini returns—ahead of the Ducks matchup tomorrow at 7 p.m. PT.
The Chicago Blackhawks have unveiled their NHL‑wide Hometown Remix uniform, a vivid green sweater that nods to 1960s lace‑up collars, the 1961 Stanley Cup, and the city’s “I Will” motto. Designed with local landmarks and the iconic six‑pointed stars from the Chicago flag, the jersey celebrates Chicago’s progress and the tradition of dyeing the river green. The team will debut the jersey tonight against the Colorado Avalanche and wear it six more times this season (vs. Vegas on Dec. 29, Tampa Bay on Mar. 8, Washington on Mar. 10, Anaheim on Mar. 14, and San Jose on Mar. 16).
The Colorado Avalanche (8‑5‑1) aim to snap their 2‑4‑0 road slump when they face the Chicago Blackhawks (4‑9‑1) on Monday night in Chicago. Riding a recent 5‑2 home win and standout performances by Cale Makar (four points) and Artturi Lehkonen (two goals), the Avs hope to extend their scoring surge—10 goals in the last two home games—against a struggling Hawks team that has won just four of 14 contests and is missing defenseman Bowen Byram. Logan O’Connor is expected back as Gavin Brindley heads to the Colorado Eagles. Game starts at 6 p.m. MT on Altitude.
The Vancouver Canucks unveil their new “Hometown Remix” alternate jersey, a speckled, matte‑finish design that reflects the city’s rainy climate. The first appearance is set for November 13, 2026, when Seattle hosts the New York Rangers, followed by six more games through March 3 against teams like Minnesota, Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Colorado and Chicago. Brock Boeser previewed the kit at the NHL Player Media Tour, and team executives highlighted its celebration of Vancouver’s history and community. The rollout is part of the NHL‑Fanatics Hometown Remix program, sponsored by bet365.