October 7, 2018 8:51 pm Hockey New Year: Blackhawks Red Carpet The Blackhawks kicked off their 2018-19 regular-season home opener with their annual red carpet event. For the first time ever, the event was held inside of the United Center Atrium. Bears Videos 0:58 Blackhawks sign Alex Vlasic to contract extension 2:34 Head coach Luke Richardson reflects on Blackhawks' season 1:13 Nick Foligno wanted to make an impact on young talent this season 2:03 Nick Foligno discusses the silver lining to a rough season 1:16 Seth Jones frustrated with lack of success Blackhawks had this season