ST. LOUIS -- A large contingent of Blackhawks fans made their presence known during Saturday's night's game at the Scottrade Center.
After their 2-1 victory over the Blues that snapped a three-game losing streak, the Hawks talked about getting a boost from supporters who often cheered louder than the home fans in the crowd of 19,150.
"It was pretty cool to see all the fans we had come from Chicago," Hawks captain Jonathan Toews said. "It almost felt like we were back in our own building. (St. Louis) is a tough team and it's a good rivalry that's building. It's always fun to win, especially on the road."
The boisterous Hawks fans cheered and chanted throughout the game as the rivalry between the teams seems to be intensifying with each game they play.
Photo: Patrick Sharp celebrates his first-period goal with Jonathan Toews. (AP)
In addition to the standard "Let's go Hawks," there was even a "Detroit sucks" chant from the fans wearing Hawks sweaters. The Hawks have won three of the four meetings against the Blues this season.
"I think that rivalry that was in place earlier looks like it's rejuvenated," said Hawks coach Joel Quenneville, who added that he hadn't heard support from Hawks fans in St. Louis like Saturday's. "It has a little buzz right now, which is good for the game."
The Hawks are taking Sunday off and will return to practice Monday at the United Center in advance of Tuesday night's game against the Stars.
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