The Vegas Golden Knights faced off against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago, IL. The game took place on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The Chicago Blackhawks won the game with a score of 3–2.

Tyler Bertuzzi was a standout player for the Blackhawks, scoring all three goals for his team. This performance helped Chicago secure the win. For the Golden Knights, Brandon Saad and Mark Stone each contributed a goal.

The game between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Chicago Blackhawks was intense. Both teams failed to score in the first three periods, leading to overtime. In the extra period, Chicago found their rhythm and scored three goals.

Vegas managed to score twice in overtime, but it was not enough. Chicago’s Tyler Bertuzzi stood out, scoring all three goals for his team. Vegas had 15 shots on goal, while Chicago had 20. The Blackhawks’ defense played a key role, with 8 blocks and only 2 penalty minutes.

Tyler Bertuzzi was the standout player for the Chicago Blackhawks. He scored all three goals for his team, leading them to a win. With five shots on goal, Bertuzzi showed his ability to find the net effectively.

Andre Burakovsky also had a good game for Chicago. He assisted on two of Bertuzzi’s goals. This helped the Blackhawks get ahead in the game. Ryan Greene added support with one assist and three shots on goal.

For the Vegas Golden Knights, Brandon Saad and Mark Stone each scored a goal. Saad had one shot on goal, while Stone had two. Alexander Holtz contributed with one assist. These players tried to keep their team in the game, but it was not enough to win.

What’s Next

The Chicago Blackhawks’ win over the Vegas Golden Knights improves their season record to 16-18-7. They remain in 14th place in the Western Conference. This victory gives the Blackhawks a needed boost as they try to climb the standings.

The Vegas Golden Knights now have a record of 17-11-11. They hold the 5th spot in the Western Conference. This loss might make their hold on this position a bit more uncertain as the season progresses.

Vegas Golden Knights	Next game is on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, against the Winnipeg Jets.
Chicago Blackhawks	Next game is on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, against the St. Louis Blues.

The Vegas Golden Knights will play their next game on the road against the Winnipeg Jets. This game is scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026. After that, they will face the Columbus Blue Jackets at home. The Chicago Blackhawks will host the St. Louis Blues for their next game. This game will take place on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Following that, they will play against the Washington Capitals at home.

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