In the first game of the Jeff Blashill era, the Chicago Blackhawks lost to the Florida Panthers amid their championship banner celebration.

There were enough positives in a 3-2 loss to Minnesota to give the Blackhawks the feeling that they're ready for Tuesday's season opener.

Frank Nazar, who signed a seven-year contract extension with the Blackhawks in August, scored his team's first goal of the NHL season.

Your ultimate guide to watching the Chicago Blackhawks vs. Florida Panthers. Get TV channels, streaming options, game time, and a score prediction.

Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill explained why he wasn't surprised by his team's performance in their preseason opener.

If the Blackhawks decide Del Mastro needs another stint in Rockford (he played in 24 NHL games and 47 AHL last season), it could open the door for the 31-year-old Grzelcyk, who had a career-high 40 points for the Penguins last season. Nolan Allan, another waiver-exempt bubble player, is in the mix as well.

NHL opening day continues with an exciting matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins facing the New York Rangers this afternoon.