If Reichel can emerge as a useful player for Chicago, it would be a huge development for a team that has all but written him off already.

Reichel's last few games have been "some of his best games in terms of the compete factor and the work ethic," interim coach Anders Sorensen said. He's hustling on every play and not bothering to think about it first.

The Chicago Blackhawks have actually gone 1-0-2 in their last three contests. They’ve looked respectably competitive of late, even if they do seem to have trouble finishing games.

Reichel registered an assist and two PIM in Monday's 5-2 loss to Calgary. Reichel's spot in the lineup has been at risk in January -- this was just his third appearance over six games this month. He was on a line with Frank Nazar and Colton Dach,

Chicago's other players will likely generate more interest at the trade deadline, but Donato can beat them all for sheer effort.

Connor Bedard having Frank Nazar on his wing for the time being can be seen as a preview of what may be a long-term pairing up front for the Chicago Blackhawks. There are some talented prospects in the system that haven't made their debut with the Blackhawks yet that are bound to play center down the line.

The Vegas Golden Knights (29-14-3) entered tonight’s game on an eight-game point streak against the Chicago Blackhawks (15-28-3). The Golden Knights have struggled to play a full 60 recently, and tonight’s game was no different.

CHICAGO - The Chicago Blackhawks are last in the NHL but they have some quality wins against good teams this year. They were hoping to bring some of that magic when hosting the Vegas Golden Knights at United Center on Saturday night.

Clayton Keller had a goal and three assists as the Utah Hockey Club beat the St. Louis Blues 4-2 on Saturday night. Logan Cooley had a goal and two assists, and Michael Kesselring and Nick Schmaltz also scored to help Utah snap a three-game losing streak with just its second

Reichel scored a goal in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Golden Knights. Reichel has struggled to produce points at a consistent rate this season, but he's done it in two of his last three outings, so he might be aiming to turn things around with the All-Star break right around the corner.