Connor Bedard scores in OT to lift the Blackhawks past the Mammoth, 3-2

Young star Bedard nets game-winner in overtime to complete season sweep for Chicago

Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:21am

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Connor Bedard scored the game-winning goal in overtime to give the Chicago Blackhawks a 3-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night. Bedard, along with Tyler Bertuzzi and Frank Nazar, each had a goal and an assist as the Blackhawks completed a season sweep of the Mammoth in their third meeting in 12 days.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Blackhawks in the playoff hunt in the Western Conference, while the Mammoth maintain their hold on the first wild card spot despite the loss. Bedard's heroics showcase the young star's ability to deliver in clutch moments for Chicago.

The details

In the 3-on-3 overtime, Alex Vlasic blasted a shot off the post, and Bedard controlled the rebound to snap the puck into the net for the game-winner. Bertuzzi tied the game at 1-1 early in the third period with a power-play goal, and Nazar gave Chicago a 2-1 lead before the Mammoth's JJ Peterka tied it late in regulation.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 13, 2026.
  • Bedard scored the game-winning goal in overtime at 3:57 of the extra period.

The players

Connor Bedard

A young star forward for the Chicago Blackhawks who scored the game-winning goal in overtime.

Tyler Bertuzzi

A forward for the Chicago Blackhawks who scored the game-tying goal in the third period.

Frank Nazar

A forward for the Chicago Blackhawks who scored the go-ahead goal in the third period.

Spencer Knight

The goaltender for the Chicago Blackhawks who made 29 saves in the win.

Dylan Guenther

A forward for the Utah Mammoth who scored the opening goal of the game.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The Blackhawks will visit the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday night, while the Mammoth will host the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The takeaway

Connor Bedard's overtime heroics keep the Blackhawks in the playoff hunt and showcase the young star's ability to deliver in clutch moments, while the Mammoth maintain their hold on the first wild card spot in the Western Conference despite the loss.