It was Friday, July 7th, his 27th birthday, and it was his turn to lead a patrol on a road known for its landmines in the northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk.
After Leddy put the Blackhawks ahead on his 22nd birthday during a power play midway through the second period, Chicago appeared to extend its lead when Brandon Bollig scored in front of Hiller with 14:03 to play.