Canucks Go Wild for Yankees Game as Blackhawks Fall in Overtime.
A bizarre incident marred the Blackhawks' 3-2 overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place, with the team's star goaltender Spencer Knight struggling to comprehend what was happening on the ice. The Oilers' fans had other priorities, however, as they watched a baseball game on the video board between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees.
The crowd erupted in cheers as a play unfolded during the second period of hockey, with Knight initially unaware that it was related to the World Series - a fact made abundantly clear by the 1,670-mile distance separating the two games. Despite Rogers Place's attempt to show off the baseball broadcast on the video board, Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill did his best to keep his team focused.
The display seemed to have a peculiar effect, however, causing Knight to be distracted and momentarily caught off guard by the crowd's reaction. "I couldn't help but look," he admitted in an interview, later realizing that the Blue Jays had actually lost when he saw the fans reacting to their non-play on the video board.
The Blackhawks managed to tie the game in the third period before ultimately succumbing to the Oilers' heavy star power in overtime. Despite a valiant effort from goal-scorer Andre Burakovsky and defenseman Wyatt Kaiser, they couldn't overcome the deficit as the Oilers took home the win.
While the loss was tough for the Blackhawks, the team remained positive in their assessment of the game. "We've been in this position a lot," said captain Ryan Greene. "We're just trying to figure out how to win games like this. I think it's a good thing that we've been tight with some of the top teams in the league, but we've got to find a way to get it done."
The Blackhawks are now 5-4-3 on the season and 0-1-1 on their six-game road trip, but they're at least past two of their toughest matchups so far.
A bizarre incident marred the Blackhawks' 3-2 overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place, with the team's star goaltender Spencer Knight struggling to comprehend what was happening on the ice. The Oilers' fans had other priorities, however, as they watched a baseball game on the video board between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees.
The crowd erupted in cheers as a play unfolded during the second period of hockey, with Knight initially unaware that it was related to the World Series - a fact made abundantly clear by the 1,670-mile distance separating the two games. Despite Rogers Place's attempt to show off the baseball broadcast on the video board, Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill did his best to keep his team focused.
The display seemed to have a peculiar effect, however, causing Knight to be distracted and momentarily caught off guard by the crowd's reaction. "I couldn't help but look," he admitted in an interview, later realizing that the Blue Jays had actually lost when he saw the fans reacting to their non-play on the video board.
The Blackhawks managed to tie the game in the third period before ultimately succumbing to the Oilers' heavy star power in overtime. Despite a valiant effort from goal-scorer Andre Burakovsky and defenseman Wyatt Kaiser, they couldn't overcome the deficit as the Oilers took home the win.
While the loss was tough for the Blackhawks, the team remained positive in their assessment of the game. "We've been in this position a lot," said captain Ryan Greene. "We're just trying to figure out how to win games like this. I think it's a good thing that we've been tight with some of the top teams in the league, but we've got to find a way to get it done."
The Blackhawks are now 5-4-3 on the season and 0-1-1 on their six-game road trip, but they're at least past two of their toughest matchups so far.
, i feel bad for knight tho, he was already stressed out enough on the ice & then all those fans watching baseball on tv? 
it's like his brain just went blank or something! but honestly, gotta respect how chill the team is about it, i mean they're still positive & focused on their next game 
the Blackhawks' goalie, Spencer Knight, was totally confused by all the cheering for a play that happened 1,670 miles away from the actual game 
. The team's coach tried to keep them focused, but it seems like the crowd's enthusiasm was just too much to handle 
. Still, gotta respect the Blackhawks for battling hard and giving it their all - they'll get those Ws eventually! 
A hockey game interrupted by a baseball game? 
It's like the forum is having some sort of identity crisis - can we focus on one sport for once?! 
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The Blackhawks' loss was frustrating enough, but throwing in that weird video board display made it even harder to follow. And what's with the crowd's reaction? Did they really think the Blue Jays were playing hockey? 
and who knows maybe they'll figure out how to win games like this soon 
and then he sees the fans cheering for something that's NOT EVEN HAPPENING ON THE ICE lolol this must've been super distracting for him.
that can be really tough to deal with on the fly especially when you're in the middle of a intense hockey game. hope the team is able to regroup and figure out how to win those close games 
. I guess it's all part of the experience when you're watching a game with other fans who are interested in something else 
. The Blackhawks are still holding on tight, even if they didn't get that W this time 
. But you gotta give those Blackhawks fans credit – they were just happy to have something to watch besides hockey 
. Maybe it's not the best way to win games, but it's definitely a unique experience for everyone involved 
It's like the Oilers' fans were in another world... or at least watching a baseball game on their break from cheering for hockey! 