As the spotlight shines on Connor Bedard, it’s essential not to overlook his teammate Tyler Bertuzzi, who is also having an exceptional season. With 21 goals in the 2023-24 season and 23 last year, Bertuzzi has already netted 16 goals and notched 10 assists in just 27 games this season.
In the 2021-22 season, Bertuzzi set a personal NHL record with 30 goals across 68 games while playing for the Detroit Red Wings. That year, he also achieved a career-high with a total of 62 points, showcasing his offensive prowess.
The Chicago Blackhawks, currently holding a record of 13-11-6, are gearing up for their first game in two days against the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday. They recently bounced back from two consecutive losses, which resulted in an overwhelming combined score of 13-1, by shutting out the New York Rangers 3-0 on Wednesday.
On the other hand, the St. Louis Blues, who have a record of 11-14-7, have been performing well against the Blackhawks, winning four of their last five home games and five out of six overall matchups. They aim to continue this trend on Friday, potentially aided by defenseman Philip Broberg. Broberg recorded his second multi-point game of the season despite the Blues’ 7-2 loss to the Nashville Predators on Thursday, contributing five points (one goal and four assists) in his career against the Blackhawks.
Currently, the Blues find themselves three points behind the Blackhawks in the Central Division standings, increasing the stakes as both teams look to capitalize on their upcoming opportunities.
