As coach of the Anaheim Ducks, Joel Quenneville returned to Chicago on Sunday for the first time since news of the Blackhawks sexual assault scandal broke.

Ducks defeat the Predators 5-2, capitalizing on turnovers. Johnston shines with a Gordie Howe Hat Trick, showcasing relentless forechecking.

Two teams near the bottom of the Western Conference standings square off when the 13th-place Anaheim Ducks (2-2) visit the ninth-place Chicago Blackhawks (2-2-2) at United Center on Sunday at 7 p.m. ET. Anaheim's last game was a 4-1 home loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 16.

The Chicago Blackhawks take on the Anaheim Ducks in Western Conference action Anaheim Ducks (2-2, in the Pacific Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (2-2-2, in the Central Division) Chicago; Sunday, 7 p.

The Hawks improved to 3-2-2 with a 2-1 overtime win Sunday, demonstrating they've learned from their mistakes in less fruitful three-on-three situations this month.

The Ducks (2-2-0) head to Chicago face off with the Blackhawks (2-2-2) in the first of a five-game road trip. Puck drop is set for 4 p.m. PT. With five road games in 10 days, head coach Joel Quenneville discussed his team’s mindset as they embark on this stretch.