Blackhawks’ Jaxson Stauber follows father Robb’s advice to win first two NHL starts

Jaxson Stauber has beaten the Blues and Flames to start his NHL career 2-0-0. (AP Photo/Michael Thomas)

Former Blackhawks forward Brandon Saad — now with the Blues — did rookie Hawks goalie Jaxson Stauber a favor in his NHL debut Jan. 21.

Seven seconds into the game, Saad harmlessly shot a puck from the outside right into Stauber’s chest. Immediately, the 23-year-old Minnesotan’s nerves subsided.