Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson has no interest in retaining half of Jones’ salary for five years. Jones’ contract helps the Blackhawks reach the salary floor and is going up to $70.6 million next year, followed by $76.9 and then $83.9 million.

Every NHL team goes through its ups and downs, so for one team to dominate another for nearly a quarter of a century is very rare. That is the case with the Chicago Blackhawks and Toronto Maple Leafs though.

Just weren't ready, just slow, not connected,” forward Tyler Bertuzzi said of the Hawks’ performance in the second period. “We've gotta be better.”