- I got a couple of chances and managed to score them and it's always nice to be able to do it in front of the home fans, Kane, who scored two goals in the last game, told the NHL's website.
- I've been playing with Max Domi and Philipp Kurashev the last few games and it's going well, says Kane, who has a bit to go to Chicago's club record.
Bobby Hull, who passed away three weeks ago, scored 28 in his career.
Earlier on Sunday, Chicago captain Jonathan Toews announced that he is sitting out games until further notice due to the effects of a prolonged bout of covid-19 and related illnesses.
Toronto was tired
As recently as Wednesday, Toronto won against Chicago 5-2.
The day before the loss in Chicago, Toronto had beaten Montreal 5-1 and the tight schedule took its toll.
- It was obvious that it was a tired group that made tired mistakes.
When you're tired, you have to play smart and we didn't do that tonight, says Toronto coach Sheldon Keefe.
Toronto's Wiliam Nylander picked up an assist and extended his scoring streak to four games (three goals and four assists).
Rasmus Sundin did not play for Toronto after a hit against Montreal.