The Chicago Blackhawks skate into the Xcel Center to play the Minnesota Wild tonight and if recent history plays any part, it could be a tough visit for the ’Hawks. Chicago is a brutal 2-9 SU in its last 11 road games and opened as +109 dogs against the Wild.
- Chicago is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games when playing Minnesota.
- The total has gone over in 8 of Minnesota’s last 12 games.
- Corey Crawford ranks 3rd in NHL in save percentage.
Minnesota, who has won three of their last four, may finally be turning the corner this season after an awful start. Going 4-2 SU in their last six games, the Wild have jumped back into playoff contention and are desperate for another win before embarking on a four-game road trip. Sportsbook at +230, the -1.5 puckline for the Wild could be a sneaky bet to wager on.
Chicago, on the flip side, has yet to find their groove to start the year and it’s reflected in their record. The Blackhawks are 2-5 SU in their last seven and 2-7 ATS in their last nine. Currently fifth in the Central Division, Chicago has an uphill battle if they plan to retain their division crown.
The total opened at 5.5 for this matchup and bettors should consider the OVER, Sportsbook at -105. Goals should come in this matchup as both the Wild and Blackhawks rank in the top half of the NHL in goals scored per game. Another important trend to pay attention to is the total going OVER in four of the last five games these rivals have played vs each other. It’s shaping up to be another score-fest in St. Paul.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
If you're going with the Minnesota Wild in this one, they were listed as moneyline favorites of -120 on most NHL hockey betting menus (such as Sportsbook) early today for Saturday's contest. The over-under total was at 5.5 earlier at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark prediction models pick the Blackhawks to win this game 3.1-2.7. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Minnesota Wild sport a record of 5-4-2 heading into this matchup, while the Chicago Blackhawks sit at 6-5-2 on the season. The OVER/UNDER records are 7-3-1 for the Wild and 7-5-1 for the Blackhawks. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Minnesota vs Chicago injuries news.
It's an NHL hockey betting matchup between the No. 6-rated Minnesota Wild and the No. 19-ranked Chicago Blackhawks, according to the latest NHL power poll here at Odds Shark.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the Minnesota Wild No. 10-ranked offense (3.36 goals per game) against a Chicago Blackhawks defense that ranks No. 6 at 2.62 goals per game allowed. The Wild Sportsbook has clicked at a 18.42% rate while the Blackhawks have a 81.82% rate on the penalty kill.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Chicago won its last outing, a 3-0 result against the Flyers on November 01. Bettors who backed the Blackhawks at -149 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (3) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.
Minnesota won its last outing, a 6-3 result against the Canadiens on November 02. Bettors who backed the Wild at -117 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (9) sent OVER bettors to the payout window.
- Chicago is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games
- Chicago is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games
- Chicago is 2-9 SU in its last 11 games on the road
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chicago's last 6 games on the road
- Minnesota is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games
- Minnesota is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
- The total has gone OVER in 8 of Minnesota's last 12 games
- Minnesota is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago home to Montreal, Sunday, November 5th
Minnesota at Boston, Monday, November 6th
