Coverage dated September 30, 2026

Kane scores in return to Blackhawks, but Eichel's big night leads Vegas to 5-2 win in season opener

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Jack Eichel had a goal and two assists to reach 701 career points, and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Chicago Blackhawks, 5-2, despite a goal by Patrick Kane in his return to the Blackhawks.

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Philadelphia Inquirer
Eichel hits 700 points as Golden Knights beat Blackhawks in Ryan Craig’s first game behind the bench (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)
Published Sep 30, 2026
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Jack Eichel passed 700 career points with a goal and two assists as the Vegas Golden Knights opened their season with a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks
WGN Chicago
Kane scores in return to Blackhawks, but Eichel's big night leads Vegas to 5-2 win in season opener (opens WGN Chicago)
Published Sep 30, 2026
WGN Chicago's feed description
Jack Eichel had a goal and two assists to reach 701 career points, and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Chicago Blackhawks, 5-2, despite a goal by Patrick Kane in his return to the Blackhawks.