2015-16 Game 44: Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks

10 Takeaways: Habs vs Blackhawks

Ten observations after the latest Canadiens loss.

A game of inches

Like most Chicago/Montreal games this was a hotly contested affair with just few missed chances standing between the Habs and a much needed win.

Too little, too late

A lackluster first period costs the Canadiens, as the Blackhawks walk away with two points.

Habs vs Blackhawks Player Rankings

Time to vote.

Canadiens vs. Blackhawks third period thread

The Habs trail 2-1 heading into the third period.

Emelin lays a big hip check on Desjardins

Canadiens vs. Blackhawks second period thread

The Habs are down 2-1 heading into the second period.

Byron scores his 8th

Canadiens vs. Blackhawks Game Thread

The Canadiens take on the red-hot Chicago Blackhawks, who are coming into Montreal on an eight-game winning streak.

Lines vs Blackhawks

Petry returns to action, Weise, Gilbert skate

Jeff Petry is set to return to action tonight while Greg Pateryn, Jarred Tinordi and Devante Smith-Pelly look to be scratches for the game against Chicago

Previewing Habs and Blackhawks

Facing the league's most dangerous scorer, can the Habs keep up with their elite opponent?