Last night at the United Center was surreal. It was special. It felt important.
Let’s unwrap the layers of what went on. On the most basic, surface level: two teams with long odds against making the playoffs — but who are still fighting for a shot — played a game with divisional implications. The Winnipeg Jets, an older, veteran team needed a win; the young, fast Blackhawks were looking to bounce back from a couple pedestrian performances. When the dust settled at the end of 60 minutes of hockey, the Blackhawks had a 2-0 shutout win.
If we take a step back from the game portion of last night’s events, one of the indelible moments in Blackhawks history happened during the first media timeout. Blackhawks fans were finally given the opportunity to let Jonathan Toews know how they felt about how he represented their team and city for nearly two decades. It doesn’t matter how jaded you are as a sports fan, reporter, broadcaster, onlooker… that outpouring of love kicked up a lot of dust. And Toews deserved every second — every ounce — of that reception. He earned it.
"I do my best to take it all in and savour it, to really appreciate the love from the fans… It will always be home and have a special place in my heart."Jonathan Toews on receiving a warm welcome in his return to Chicago. pic.twitter.com/8PYUJnUAFf
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) January 20, 2026Taking one more step back from what happened between the opening puck drop and the final horn, I wrote about the scene after the game in the United Center. Caleb Williams and Pete Crow-Armstrong were in the building. They got some attention from the fans during the game, too. But after the game, they wanted to give some attention to the young Blackhawks team they watched play a strong, winning game.
The way Chicago’s young stars are showing up to watch and support each other is incredible. Before I hit the pillow last night I wrote about how last night — watching the young stars of Chicago’s sports (plural) in the same arena — felt like something bigger than just a celebrity guest appearance on a special night at the United Center.
Monday Night Felt Like a Significant Moment for Chicago Sports #blackhawks t.co/OqP35kAF8i
— Bleacher Nation Blackhawks (@BN_Blackhawks) January 20, 2026Which brings me to this: if you’re PCA or QB1 or Connor Bedard (or Frank Nazar or Oliver Moore or Spencer Knight or any other young player on the Blackhawks) who was in that building last night, you got to see how Chicago treats our heroes, legends and champions. Want to set the bar high? Want to give these young players something to aspire to achieve in this town?
If Jim Cornelison’s performance of the national anthem before the Bears game on Sunday night was legendary, last night at the United Center was iconic. A night I will never forget.
Chicago vibes are immaculate right now pic.twitter.com/mMSx0Bfsyy
— Bleacher Nation Blackhawks (@BN_Blackhawks) January 20, 2026 Before last night’s game, Toews was asked about how he sees Bedard’s career beginning in Chicago and if he sees any comparisons to when he got to Chicago.“I can’t compare anything that I went through to what the pressure he’s been under since he was a junior hockey player,” Toews said. “I can’t imagine. Only one guy knows what that’s like and that’s him. So I mean, it’s pretty incredible to see how he keeps raising his game too. And he’s … 20 … and he’s been the league for almost three years now and the pressure that’s on him and what he walks around with every day, it’s not an easy way to grow up as a young man, but from afar looks like he’s doing a heck of a job.”
Maybe, just maybe, Landon Slaggert is winning over some new believers? Injuries slowed down the start of his season, but he’s been really good lately in spite of limited ice time in a checking, fourth-line role. Scott Powers wrote about how Slaggert’s playing on Monday. Good read here. This quote stands out in the Powers story:“I think, honestly, it’s a byproduct of my game. I think if we’re hunting the puck, forcing turnovers, then getting to the net, we’ll get those chances in those high-danger areas.”
If you listen to how head coach Jeff Blashill wants his team playing, it’s basically… exactly how Slaggert talks about his game here. Which is why Blashill spoke so highly of him in the preseason and I like his game as much as I do. Not every prospect is going to have an opportunity to skate 17-21 minutes and be asked/expected to score 25-50 goals. The Blackhawks are going to need committed, effective role players. Slaggert could be a really good one here.Blackhawks winger Landon Slaggert is 2nd only to Tyler Bertuzzi in creating scoring chances over the last 6 games. Slaggert's arguably playing his best in the NHL to date. He knows the next step has to be finishing those chances.My story on Slaggert t.co/rWuuWoyQqE
— Scott Powers (@ByScottPowers) January 19, 2026 We’ve talked here — and Ben Pope has written recently — about how the new Blackhawks coaching staff has done a pretty good job of leaving their lines fairly intact for most of this season. Developing chemistry can be important for young players, and we’re seeing that in some areas. It’s working with veterans, too. But sometimes the mix isn’t working and could use a refresh. Nice piece here from Pope on trying to find the right spot for Ryan Donato. (For what it’s worth, I thought the line of Donato with Jason Dickinson and Ilya Mikheyev was really good last night.)Ryan Donato's lack of time with Connor Bedard is certainly hurting his production.Jeff Blashill needs to keep Donato off the fourth line too, though. His xG% is 32.9% with Colton Dach and 50.5% when not with Dach.Story: t.co/4KYZloV1R6
— Ben Pope (@BenPopeCST) January 19, 2026 Speaking of Dickinson — who scored the game-winner last night — on CHSN last night, Frank Seravalli said he thinks the Blackhawks can get a second-round pick and a prospect for their veteran center before the trade deadline. GMKD hasn’t been big on acquiring other team’s prospects during his tenure as the general manager, and the Blackhawks really don’t need more second round picks (unless we’re talking 2028 or later), so we’ll see how the market lines up for a guy who has been tremendously valuable for the Hawks.Lots of scouts in town to watch Jonathan Toews against the #Blackhawks tonight PIT – 2 (inc Kyle Dubas) TBSEAANATORVANNSHFLAOTTBOS
— Tab Bamford (@The1Tab) January 19, 2026 One of the next top names on the trade market came off the board on Monday. The San Jose Sharks acquired Kiefer Sherwood from Vancouver for their second-round picks in 2026 and 2027 and defenseman Cole Clayton. This is a nice get for the Sharks, even if Sherwood hasn’t signed an extension.Welcome to San Jose, Kiefer Sherwood. The Sharks have acquired the forward from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for San Jose’s second-round selections in 2026 and 2027, and defenseman Cole Clayton.
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) January 19, 2026 Which brings me to the ever-updating Trade Big Boards the insiders have all over the interwebs. On Monday, Chris Johnston at The Athletic updated his. The only Blackhawks player listed is Connor Murphy at No. 13 (of 38 total). However, Murphy is the third-highest ranked right-handed defenseman behind New Jersey’s Dougie Hamilton and Winnipeg’s Luke Schenn. New Jersey can’t get rid of Hamilton fast enough right now, but he has a big contract complicating his exit. Murphy might be the most likely of those three to go first. Stay tuned… Speaking of New Jersey, tough news for the Devils’ blue line on Monday night. Unfortunately, the Hughes family and shoulder injuries seem to spend way too much time together.Sounds like initial diagnosis was #njdevils Luke Hughes dislocated his shoulder tonight in Calgary.Will await word from Devils postgame and potential timeline as he continues to be evaluated.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) January 20, 2026 The Rockford IceHogs announced they have signed Connor Mylymok to a contract extension through the 2026-27 season. This is an AHL deal; no impact on the Blackhawks. British Columbia Hockey Hall of Fame announced Blackhawks legend Andrew Ladd as part of the 2026 induction class. Congrats! The Colorado Avalanche were without forward Valeri Nichushkin last night because was in a car accident on his way to the game. He’s apparently day-to-day with minor injuries. The St. Louis Blues announced Steve Ott will serve as the head coach of their AHL affiliate for the rest of the season. Michigan State announced Dan Sturges, their Director of Hockey Operations, died unexpectedly on Monday morning. Absolutely awful news for his family and the program. Sturges was just 40 years old. Finally, last night in Florida a couple netminders decided to turn on the dance music and we got a… GOALIE FIGHT!THINGS GET NASTY BETWEEN THE PANTHERS AND SHARKS AND IT LEADS TO A GOALIE FIGHT OH MY!!! pic.twitter.com/xTJYwsnVvH
— Gino Hard (@GinoHard_) January 20, 2026BLEACHER NATION: Go Ad Free | Subscribe to the BN Newsletter
The Cubs are reportedly “still in” on free agent pitcher Zac Gallen. What if the Bulls don’t trade their expiring contracts? How about an updated 2026 NFL Mock Draft?Hence then, the article about what a night in chicago toews qb1 and pca a goalie fight in florida and other blackhawks bullets was published today ( ) and is available on Bleacher Nation ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
Read More Details
Finally We wish PressBee provided you with enough information of ( What a Night in Chicago! Toews, QB1 and PCA, a Goalie Fight in Florida! and Other Blackhawks Bullets )
Also on site :