The Rockford IceHogs faced a tough defeat against the Manitoba Moose, losing 3-1 at the Canada Life Center. The Moose opened the scoring with a shorthanded goal from Dylan Anhorn, while Samuel Savoie equalized for the IceHogs just before the first period ended.

Despite a major penalty against Manitoba's Tyson Empey, Rockford couldn't capitalize on their power play opportunities. The Moose regained the lead early in the third period with a power play goal from Brad Lambert, followed by C.J. Suess extending the lead to 3-1.

The Chicago Blackhawks are optimistic about their farm system, particularly the Rockford IceHogs, following a strong start to the 2024-25 season. They secured a 4-1 victory against the Grand Rapids Griffins, showcasing the talent of their young prospects.

Colton Dach and Kevin Korchinski, both key players, contributed to the win with goals, while Drew Commesso excelled in goal with 18 saves. The IceHogs' depth was evident, with multiple players scoring and assisting, setting a promising tone for the season.