Blackhawks pack United Center for Training Camp Festival

Fans pack United Center for Blackhawks' Training Camp Festival scrimmage

By Kyle Thele

With the start of the NHL season around the corner, the excitement for the 2015-16 Blackhawks is on full display.

The team returned to the United Center for the first time Monday since winning the Stanley Cup for their Training Camp Festival. Fans filled the stands to watch the scrimmage.

The line wraps around the building. Who needs to go to work when there's bobbleheads and general admission? pic.twitter.com/JSiSOTr6us
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) September 21, 2015

We're still a full hour away. From an intrasquad scrimmage. #PeopleWillComeRay pic.twitter.com/Z0UupbRf60
— Mark Lazerus (@MarkLazerus) September 21, 2015

Fans of all ages watched as the Blackhawks started to get back to hockey. While most of the players involved were far from the most recognizable, it gave fans of all ages a chance to take in a game.

Entry to the game was free and on a first-come, first-serve basis, giving plenty of fans a rare experience to watch the Blackhawks play.

@NHLBlackhawks My 4-yr-old is so happy for hockey to be back!!!! #Blackhawks #TCF2015 pic.twitter.com/ABEJi4tBNz
— Hcky Mama #BLM (@qopmag2000) September 21, 2015

As some fans noticed, there is an obvious gap in the rafters that will soon be filled.

A little foreshadowing. #TCF2015 #Blackhawks pic.twitter.com/FpOS6Q7U4k
— Stefanie Goliszewski (@stefgoliszewski) September 22, 2015

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The Blackhawks have their first preseason game Tuesday in Chicago against the Red Wings. The regular season starts Oct. 7 at home against the Rangers.

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