The Chicago Blackhawks play against the Colorado Avalanche in an NHL game tonight. The matchup will begin at 8:30 p.m. CT on TNT. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trial offered by DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.

The Blackhawks enter this matchup with a 21-44-9 record, and they have lost three consecutive games.

In order to bounce back tonight, the Blackhawks will need to rely on their star forward Ryan Donato. He leads the team in points and goals this season, so Donato will be a key player to watch this evening.

The Avalanche enter this matchup with a 45-26-4 record, and they have lost back-to-back games.

In order to win this game, the Avalanche will need a great performance from their forward Nathan MacKinnon. He has 110 points and 30 goals this season, which leads the Colorado offense.

MacKinnon has scored two goals and accrued three assists over the past four games, so he will look to continue his offensive success tonight.

Fans can watch this NHL game for free online by using the free trial offered by DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers a first-month discount to new users.