Chicago Blackhawks own the NHL's worst record outright at 24-45-6

Chicago Blackhawks own the NHL's worst record originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago

On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks lost to the St. Louis Blues, 5-3. The Columbus Blue Jackets, on the other hand, earned a point against the Boston Bruins by taking them to overtime.

As a result of Thursday night's games, the Blackhawks now own the worst record in the NHL and, in turn, the best NHL draft lottery odds. The Blackhawks own a 24-45-6 record with an NHL-worst 54 points on the season.

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