If Reichel can emerge as a useful player for Chicago, it would be a huge development for a team that has all but written him off already.

Reichel's last few games have been "some of his best games in terms of the compete factor and the work ethic," interim coach Anders Sorensen said. He's hustling on every play and not bothering to think about it first.

The Chicago Blackhawks have actually gone 1-0-2 in their last three contests. They’ve looked respectably competitive of late, even if they do seem to have trouble finishing games.

Reichel registered an assist and two PIM in Monday's 5-2 loss to Calgary. Reichel's spot in the lineup has been at risk in January -- this was just his third appearance over six games this month. He was on a line with Frank Nazar and Colton Dach,

Chicago's other players will likely generate more interest at the trade deadline, but Donato can beat them all for sheer effort.

The Vegas Golden Knights (29-14-3) entered tonight’s game on an eight-game point streak against the Chicago Blackhawks (15-28-3). The Golden Knights have struggled to play a full 60 recently, and tonight’s game was no different.

Connor Bedard having Frank Nazar on his wing for the time being can be seen as a preview of what may be a long-term pairing up front for the Chicago Blackhawks. There are some talented prospects in the system that haven't made their debut with the Blackhawks yet that are bound to play center down the line.

Bedard's point streak came to an end as the Blackhawks surrendered a two-goal lead and fell to the Oilers, 4-3.

Savoie is also lucky to have a second signature trait besides his peskiness: his skating. But that skating is a difference-maker only when he utilizes it effectively, which has been a big focus for Rockford interim coach Mark Eaton.

Tyler Bertuzzi scored two power-play goals and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the slumping Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 on Saturday to end a four-game losing streak.