2011–12 Chicago Blackhawks season facts for kids

The 2011–12 season was the 86th time the Chicago Blackhawks played in the National Hockey League (NHL). This season was exciting for the team and its fans. A big moment was when they signed their goalie, Corey Crawford, to a new contract. The Blackhawks worked hard and made it to the playoffs for the fourth year in a row. They clinched their spot on March 31, 2012, by beating the Nashville Predators 5-4. However, their playoff journey ended in the first round when they were defeated by the Phoenix Coyotes.

The Regular Season

The regular season is when hockey teams play many games to see who is the best. Teams try to win as many games as possible. This helps them get a good spot in the standings. The standings show how well each team is doing. Getting a high spot means a better chance to play in the playoffs. The Blackhawks played many games during this time. They worked hard to earn their spot in the big tournament.

The Playoffs Challenge

The playoffs are a special tournament after the regular season. Only the best teams get to play. Teams compete in a series of games. The first team to win four games moves on. The Blackhawks made it to the playoffs for the fourth year in a row. This was a great achievement for the team.

Facing the Phoenix Coyotes

In the first round of the 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs, the Blackhawks played against the Phoenix Coyotes. This was a tough series for the team. The Blackhawks played six games against the Coyotes. They won two of these games. However, the Coyotes won four games. This meant the Blackhawks lost the series 4–2. Their season ended after this series.