Blackhawks Goalie Drew Commesso Makes History with Shutout Win in Thrilling Fashion.
In a stunning display of poise and skill, Blackhawks goalie prospect Drew Commesso made history on Saturday by earning his first NHL win via shutout. The 23-year-old netminder backstopped the Hawks to a thrilling 3-0 victory over the Predators, silencing critics who questioned his readiness for the league.
Commesso's impressive performance was marked by his ability to stay calm and composed in scramble situations, where pucks were flying everywhere. He made several spectacular saves, including a show-stopping snag of Luke Evangelista's shot through a perfect screen with just 10:30 left in the game.
The Predators pushed hard for a goal in the third period, but Commesso was equal to the task, turning away wave after wave of scoring chances. Despite being outshot by 4.32 expected goals, according to Natural Stat Trick, the Hawks' goalie remained unbeatable.
"It's just good to lean back on my preparation when I need it," Commesso said in the post-game press conference, reflecting on his rapid rise from a rookie in Rockford to an NHL starter.
Commesso's teammate Connor Bedard also had a standout game, recording two assists and logging nearly four minutes more of ice time than he did just one night earlier. Bedard's point streak extended to three consecutive games as he continues to find his groove in the league.
The win marked the Hawks' first shutout since Corey Crawford last year, and it capped off an impressive weekend for the team, which was without injured goalies Spencer Knight and Arvid Soderblom.
Coach Jeff Blashill praised Bedard's performance, saying he looked "more comfortable" on Saturday night than he did just 24 hours earlier. However, the coach also noted that Bedard still has some work to do to regain his form, as he made several errors in the defensive zone.
For Commesso and the Hawks, however, this win will go down as a memorable moment in their young season. With his shutout performance, they proved once again why they are a team to be reckoned with in the NHL.
In a stunning display of poise and skill, Blackhawks goalie prospect Drew Commesso made history on Saturday by earning his first NHL win via shutout. The 23-year-old netminder backstopped the Hawks to a thrilling 3-0 victory over the Predators, silencing critics who questioned his readiness for the league.
Commesso's impressive performance was marked by his ability to stay calm and composed in scramble situations, where pucks were flying everywhere. He made several spectacular saves, including a show-stopping snag of Luke Evangelista's shot through a perfect screen with just 10:30 left in the game.
The Predators pushed hard for a goal in the third period, but Commesso was equal to the task, turning away wave after wave of scoring chances. Despite being outshot by 4.32 expected goals, according to Natural Stat Trick, the Hawks' goalie remained unbeatable.
"It's just good to lean back on my preparation when I need it," Commesso said in the post-game press conference, reflecting on his rapid rise from a rookie in Rockford to an NHL starter.
Commesso's teammate Connor Bedard also had a standout game, recording two assists and logging nearly four minutes more of ice time than he did just one night earlier. Bedard's point streak extended to three consecutive games as he continues to find his groove in the league.
The win marked the Hawks' first shutout since Corey Crawford last year, and it capped off an impressive weekend for the team, which was without injured goalies Spencer Knight and Arvid Soderblom.
Coach Jeff Blashill praised Bedard's performance, saying he looked "more comfortable" on Saturday night than he did just 24 hours earlier. However, the coach also noted that Bedard still has some work to do to regain his form, as he made several errors in the defensive zone.
For Commesso and the Hawks, however, this win will go down as a memorable moment in their young season. With his shutout performance, they proved once again why they are a team to be reckoned with in the NHL.
what's up with these goalies in the nhl?! Drew Commesso just makes history with that shutout win and I'm shook... the guy was like ice or something out there 
, not letting anything past him. And it's crazy to think he's only 23 years old already making those kinds of plays. The Predators were pushing hard for a goal in the third but Commesso just kept calm and collected 
, saving the day. I'm loving how this team is coming together, especially with Connor Bedard on board 
, that guy's skills are insane!
! I mean, he was under so much pressure coming into this game and he just shut it down 
like no one's business. He's got that ice calmness about him, you know? And let's be real, the Preds were trying everything to break through, but Commesso was like a wall 
. The stats are crazy, dude - 4.32 expected goals against and he still came out on top! It's no wonder they're starting to talk about him as a future starter in this league 
. And kudos to Connor Bedard for stepping up his game too 
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! The way he stayed calm and composed under pressure is insane 
! Coach Blashill is right though, Bedard still has some work to do, but this win shows they're a force to be reckoned with 
️!
he's literally the real deal! I was on the edge of my seat when Luke Evangelista tried to sneak one past him and Commesso just snagged it out of thin air 
this win marks a big milestone for them, they're def making some noise in the NHL 
! And that snag of Luke Evangelista's shot was insane 
. Can't wait to see what the rest of his season holds 
!
he's so calm and collected on ice, even when everythin' is goin crazy around him 
his saves were insane! i was on the edge of me seat the whole time 
i mean come on 3-0 is nothing, anyone can shut out a team that's not playing their A game. and don't even get me started on Bedard's "standout" game... I've seen high schoolers make more impressive plays than that 
️ he's got some serious skills and calm under pressure 
what's crazy is how far he's come from being a rookie 
. I mean, it's not like he was just getting lucky or anything... that one save on Luke Evangelista's shot through a screen? 
Goals, am I right? 
And can we talk about how amazing Connor Bedard looks out there? He's like the ultimate enigma - sometimes you get his points, sometimes you don't 
. But hey, at least Coach Blashill is giving him credit for looking "more comfortable" on Saturday night... now if only he could translate that to defense 
. Overall, though, this win was pretty sweet (no pun intended) 
. The Blackhawks are definitely a team to watch this season! 
The team's chemistry is really starting to show and I'm excited to see how they finish out this season 
So I'm thinking, Commesso's shutout win is huge for him and the Hawks! 
Like, did the Predators really underestimate him or was he always that good? 
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. So let's keep cheering on Drew Commesso and the Blackhawks as they continue to make history and inspire us with their dedication and passion