NHL schedule and starting goalies: Blackhawks look to continue point-streak

There are five games scheduled in the NHL on Friday night, which will include the Chicago Blackhawks attempting to extend their point-streak to 25 games.

Facing the Colorado Avalanche for the second time in as many games, the Blackhawks have won 21 of 24 games played this season. Friday night’s schedule will feature three Western Conference games and two contest from the Eastern Conference.

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