>>Blackhawks Open Season Thursday

(Dallas, TX) -- The Blackhawks drop the puck on the regular season Thursday night with a trip to Dallas to face the Stars. The contest will get underway at 7:30 from American Airlines Center. Chicago returns home Saturday for the opener at United Center against the Buffalo Sabres.

>>Blues Begin Season Thursday Against Rangers

(St. Louis, MO) -- The Blues are just two days away from starting the regular season. They open up at home Thursday night against the New York Rangers at Scottrade Center. The Blues will also host Calgary on Saturday before heading out on the road for games at Los Angeles, Arizona and Anaheim.