Final
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 · United Center
Game analysis
Blackhawks beat Predators 2–1
- E. Gustafsson scored the game-winner on the power play at 17:16 of the second.
- C. Ward stopped 30 of 31 shots (.968) for the win.
- P. Rinne kept the Predators in it with 34 saves (.944).
- Power play: CHI 1/3, NSH 0/2.
- E. Gustafsson led all scorers with 1 goal and 1 assist.
Three stars
- 1st starC. Ward
CHI · .968 SV%
- 2nd starP. Rinne
NSH · .944 SV%
- 3rd starE. Gustafsson
CHI · 1G 1A
Scoring summary
1st
- 19:27NSHK. FialaAssists: R. Johansen, M. Ekholm1–0
2nd
- 15:22CHIG. ForslingAssists: E. Gustafsson1–1
- 17:16CHIE. GustafssonPPAssists: P. Kane, J. Toews1–2
3rd
No scoring
Team stats
| NSH | Stat | CHI |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Shots | 36 |
| 57.4% | Faceoff % | 42.6% |
| 0/2 | Power Play | 1/3 |
| 6 | PIM | 4 |
| 18 | Hits | 16 |
| 14 | Blocked | 15 |
| 3 | Giveaways | 12 |
| 7 | Takeaways | 8 |
Predators at Blackhawks recap: final score, goals, shots, period-by-period stats and key takeaways, from the NHL’s official data.
Highlights & analysis
The NHL’s own recap, then highlights and breakdowns from club and media channels.
For educational/analytics purposes only — not gambling advice