The 1996–97 Chicago Blackhawks season was the 71st season of operation of the Chicago Blackhawks in the National Hockey League. Offseason Regular season Final standings Schedule and results Playoffs Western Conference Quarterfinals: (1) Colorado Avalanche vs. (8) Chicago Blackhawks Player statistics April 24, 1997: Patrick Roy of the Colorado Avalanche shut out Chicago by a score of 7–0. He earned his 89th postseason victory and became the goalie with the most postseason wins, surpassing the old record set by New York Islanders goalie Billy Smith. Awards and records Transactions Draft picks Chicago's draft picks at the 1996 NHL Entry Draft held at the Kiel Center in St. Louis, Missouri. See also 1996–97 NHL season References C C Chicago Blackhawks seasons Chic Chic