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“That’s how we got to play moving forward”- Blackhawks focus on response despite overtime loss to Bruins

The Blackhawks came away with a disappointing overtime loss in Boston, but their effort was commendable.

By Brooke LoFurno · Blackhawk Up

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:16 PM

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The Chicago Blackhawks focused on their improved competitive response despite suffering a 5-4 overtime loss to the Boston Bruins.
Chicago held a 4-2 lead with six minutes remaining before Boston rallied to win in overtime.
The Blackhawks registered a season-high 41 shots on goal and went 3-for-3 on the penalty kill.

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The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a 5-4 overtime defeat against the Boston Bruins on October 31, dropping their regular-season record to 4-9-1. Despite blowing a 4-2 lead with six minutes remaining in regulation, players and the writer highlighted the team's strong competitive response following a previous loss to the Detroit Red Wings.

Chicago generated a season-high 41 shots on goal, led by Anton Frondell's two goals and Connor Bedard's two-point performance. Andrew Mangiapane noted postgame that the roster must maintain this high compete level as their standard moving forward into upcoming matchups.

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