After splitting their first two decisions on the road, the Montreal Canadiens were hoping to finish their road trip with a win against the Chicago Blackhawks. It was the Hawks’ home opener, and there was a pregame ceremony in which a banner was raised in front of plenty of Hawks alumni, including former Habs Denis Savard and Chris Chelios. It was a relatively short-lived affair, which is a good thing, given the numerous penalties assessed in the game.
