The Predators scored five goals in the third period, including two in the final minute of play to beat the Blackhawks 7-5 in Nashville. Seven different players scored for the Predators while Mike Fisher assisted on three of the goals. Pekka Rinne blocked 20 shots for Nashville, which has won five of its last six. Marian Hossa scored his 30th goal of the season for Chicago while Brandon Saad assisted on two of the team's goals. Antti Raanta blocked 26 shots for the Blackhawks, who finish the season with 107 points and the fifth seed in the West.
The Blackhawks open up post season play Thursday night on the road in St. Louis or Colorado.