It was a special night of celebration Saturday at the United Center. The Chicago Blackhawks were able to put the cherry on top.
Doors opened early for fans to look at memorabilia from years past. Relics included the curved sticks of Stan Mikita and Bobby Hull , replica trophies of Mikita’s 1967 awards and Tony Esposito’s old gear.
CHSN analyst Darren Pang hosted an alumni Q&A with Denis Savard and the family members of Hull, Mikita and Glenn Hall. “We don’t like Toronto,” Pang said, to the approval of those in attendance.
Photos: Chicago Blackhawks 3, Toronto Maple Leafs 2 at the United Center
After the drape was untangled on the ice , former Hawks commentator Pat Foley and Hawks legend Patrick Sharp shared kind words about the skaters who inspired future Hawks players. It was a

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