Blackhawks Win Marathon

Marathon shootout that is:

• CHICAGO -- Andrew Ladd made sure the Chicago Blackhawks earned a full two standings points in the longest shootout in their history.

  Ladd beat Colorado goalie Craig Anderson with a high shot in the ninth round of the shootout to give the Blackhawks a 4-3 victory Saturday night in their home opener.

  "I was just trying not to miss it," Ladd said. "You stick with the one move you have and go for it."

And speaking of marathons, one is going on later this morning. Organizers say the heat won't be a problem this year.

And no Bears.