RECAP: Kantserov Scores First NHL Goal in 5-2 Loss to Hurricanes

The Blackhawks opened a season-long seven-game homestand on Saturday night with a 5-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes at United Center. The defeat came against a Carolina club that entered the night having won three straight games.

Read on for a breakdown of the key moments from the night.

🚨 Kantserov scores first NHL goal

🚨 Moore records second goal of the season

🍎 Kaiser and Donato add assists

KANTSEROV BREAKS THROUGH

Roman Kantserov scored the first goal of his NHL career on Saturday night, giving the Blackhawks a spark early in the second period.

With Chicago trailing 3-0, Kantserov capitalized on an unassisted breakaway opportunity at 4:40 of the second period to put the Blackhawks on the board. The tally also marked the first point of the rookie forward's career after making his league debut on Sept. 29 against the Vegas Golden Knights.

MOORE ADDS SECOND GOAL OF SEASON

Oliver Moore recorded Chicago's second goal of the night and his second on the season.

The goal came against the same opponent Moore found success against last season. The Minnesota native recorded an assist and scored the deciding shootout goal in a 4-3 Blackhawks victory on Jan. 22, 2026.

POSTGAME MEDIA AVAILABILITY

• Roman Kantserov
• Alex Vlasic
• Patrick Kane
• Head Coach Jeff Blashill

ALL THE STATS

• Game Summary
• Full Box Score

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The Blackhawks continue their season-long seven-game homestand on Tuesday, Oct. 13, when they host the Pittsburgh Penguins at United Center.