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The NHL’s 84-game season kicks off with the Blackhawks hitting the road for nine straight games, including a brutal early stretch before their home opener on October 6th — and with star Connor Bedard sidelined until November, the team’s resilience will be tested. But this grueling start could forge chemistry, while packed home stretches in October and February/March give fans plenty of chances to cheer. The Blackhawks also head to Germany in December for the NHL Global Series against Ottawa, offering a unique international experience — even if the early mornings aren’t ideal. Key matchups include facing former teammates in Buffalo, battling McDavid and Edmonton later, and potentially closing out Alex Ovechkin’s career against the Capitals. The season ends at home against Seattle — and the big question? Can Chicago claw into playoff contention by then?

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