Chicago, meanwhile, is on a two-game winning streak and return home after going 3-2 on the road trip. The Blackhawks are led by Connor Bedard who has 12 points, Ryan Donato has nine points, Seth Jones has nine points, Teuvo Teravainen has eight points and Alex Vlasic has seven points.

What these Blackhawks desperately need is real momentum. Momentum that lasts days — weeks, even. That’s when trends become habits, when confidence cements into certitude. That’s when real ground is made up in the standings.

Kane's visit to the United Center on Wednesday wasn't nearly as dramatic as his first Chicago return in February when he scored the overtime winner for the Wings, but he still helped deal the Hawks a 4-1 loss.