Even though his Chicago Blackhawks felt new frustrations on Tuesday, forward Nick Foligno found great comfort throughout the evening.
Despite the 3-4 loss to the Nashville Predators, the 36-year-old veteran will have good memories. In fact, in addition to a double and an assist, he was treated to a very special spectacle: During the first break, his son Landon took part in an obstacle course on the United Center ice rink.
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Unlike other players who typically spend the entire break in the locker room, Foligno remained on the bench throughout the event and seemed to enjoy watching his youngsters try to impress the crowd.
However, on a collective level, this family moment did not have happy consequences. The Hawks continue to struggle in the depths of the National League Central Division, suffering four straight losses.