Patrick Sharp had a hand in three of the Blackhawks' goals in their 4-1 win over the Red Wings in Game 1 of their semifinal series Wednesday night. Sharp potted an empty-netter, and he had two helpers. He was excellent in this game, also leading the team with seven shots on goal. Sharp now has six goals and an assist in the playoffs. As The Sporting News' Jesse Spector notes, the Blackhawks have yet to lose this season in regulation with him in the lineup; he's played in 34 games. Marian Hossa, Johnny Oduya and Marcus Kruger scored the other goals for the Blackhawks, who were relentless on the attack all night. Niklas Hjalmarsson, Nick Leddy, Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews picked up helpers.