The 2025-26 season was another tough year for the Chicago Blackhawks. The Original Six club finished the season at the bottom of the Central Division standings with a 29-39-14 record. They also finished the campaign with the second-fewest points in the NHL.
While the Blackhawks struggled last season, they did have some bright spots. Among them was forward Tyler Bertuzzi, as he had an excellent 2026-27 campaign.
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In 79 games last season with the Blackhawks, Bertuzzi scored a career-high 32 goals and posted 58 points. With numbers like these, the 31-year-old was an incredibly important part of the Blackhawks’ forward group.
With how well Bertuzzi performed last season, it is clear that the Blackhawks’ decision to sign him during the 2024 NHL off-season is paying off. He has been an impactful veteran forward in the Blackhawks’ lineup since joining the team, as evidenced by his 55 goals and 104 points in 161 games since joining Chicago.
The Blackhawks will now be hoping that Bertuzzi can put together another season like this for them in 2026-27. If he posts another 30-goal season and multiple of Chicago’s young players take step forwards with their development, the Blackhawks could end up being a far more competitive team next season.
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