Nick Lardis' confidence surging with Blackhawks as he learns how to score in NHL

Nick Lardis' confidence surging with Blackhawks as he learns how to score in NHL

SEATTLE — Blackhawks rookie forward Nick Lardis’ surging confidence is evident not only in his play but also in his interviews.He sounds more assertive and comfortable than he did earlier in the season.‘‘I’m finding my confidence more and more every game,’’ Lardis said Saturday. ‘‘[I’m] finding my stride. I’m feeling really good with the systems and everything.’’Everything is coming up Lardis’ way right now, including an apparent hand injury suf…

Nick Lardis’ confidence surging with Blackhawks as he learns how to score in NHL

SEATTLE — Blackhawks rookie forward Nick Lardis’ surging confidence is evident not only in his play but also in his interviews. He sounds more assertive and comfortable than he did earlier in the season. ‘‘I’m finding my confidence more and more every game,’’ Lardis said Saturday. ‘‘[I’m] finding my stride. I’m feeling really good with the systems and everything.’’ Everything is coming up Lardis’ way right now, including an apparent hand injury …