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Oilers' superstar Connor McDavid celebrated his birthday by scoring two goals and registering an assist on Friday in Anaheim. Welcome to VSiN's NHL Betting Guide for Saturday, January 14, featuring odds, predictions and best bets. The guide also includes the latest news, projected starting goaltenders, and important injury updates. Whether you're a…

The Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday night. They skated with the defending Stanley Cup champions on home ice and pulled out a victory which is not an easy thing to do. Of course, the Avalanche are not the team they were last year right now. There is a clear Stanley Cup hangover that has been helped by injuries and…

The NHL Trade Deadline is seven weeks away and the New York Rangers hot play has them as buyers come March 3, 2023. While there's 19 games to be played for the Blueshirts between today and that date, it's always smart to plan ahead. Last season, GM Chris Drury made a handful of small to medium size moves to acquire Andrew Copp, Frank Vatrano, Tyler…

Both the Seattle Kraken and Chicago Blackhawks are coming off a win, heading into their meeting at United Center on Saturday at 8:00 PM ET. Kraken (-215) at Blackhawks (+175) looks like a mismatch, according to the moneyline odds. The betting trends in what follows use the latest odds as of January 13, 2023 at 1:22 PM ET.

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A pair of teams seeking more victories in the win column will face off on the ice in the Windy City as the Colorado Avalanche take on the Chicago Blackhawks for some Thursday night action. It is time to check out our NHL odds series where our Avalanche-Blackhawks prediction and pick will be revealed. It is rare to see a defending champion like the…

Colorado heads to the Windy City of Chicago to face off against the NHL's worst team, the Chicago Blackhawks. The last time these two played this season, a banner was being raised to the rafters at Ball Arena. Boy, feels like forever ago. In said matchup on October 12 on Opening Night, the Avs wound up on top 5-2 to start the season off as most…

It's no surprise that after an abysmal first half, the Chicago Blackhawks are in the running for the highest odds to land the number 1 overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. What if they actually land it? If the Blackhawks land the top pick in the draft, the list of'What ifs' and'Who to draft?' is longer than a hot summer day in the sweltering…

As the World Juniors tournament came to a close and Canada took the gold medal in a thrilling overtime win, the chatter around top prospect Connor Bedard did not quiet down. He scored a thrilling goal to send Canada to the medal game, and was named the MVP for the entire tournament. The buzz around Bedard, who is expected to go first overall in the…

A lot has been said about Jack Hughes over the last few weeks. He's been given several titles and labels during this heater he has been on..... A Goal Scorer, Otherworldly, Playmaker, The Big Deal. If I wanted to use a now-dated Game of Thrones analogy, I'd argue he is indeed The Prince that was Promised. If I wanted to use an even more dated…

Move over, Connor McDavid. There is a newer, younger and hotter Connor on everyone's radar: Connor Bedard. The consensus first-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft just increased the hype with a record-setting performance at the World Juniors. And he has not slowed down. Thus, a handful of NHL teams are shamelessly tanking in hopes of winning…

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The Chicago Blackhawks play host to the Calgary Flames on Sunday night at United Center for what should be an interesting matchup. This game looks like it could get out of hand, but there are always going to be surprises in this league. Calgary comes in 19-14-7, and it has won three of the last four games. The Flames are still in a playoff position…

When we look at the 2022-2023 season for the Chicago Blackhawks, what is important? Wins? No. Maybe the lack there of to secure the best lottery odds. Development? No, for the simple reason that we don't currently have a prospect stable large enough and of age to be here at this level yet. So what is the most important thing? From my point of view,…

By Chris Johnston NorthStar Bets Fri., Jan. 6, 20234 min. read No one is explicitly using the'T' word. You know, the one that rhymes with "sank." But it may not be a complete coincidence that three teams at the bottom of the NHL standings are currently pacing towards some of the lowest point totals we've seen recorded in the last two decades. Not…

It's not too often a player 21 games into the first season of a three-year contract extension becomes a virtual lock to be traded. But here we are with right winger Brock Boeser and the Vancouver Canucks. It's natural to view last weekend's drama as a catalyst and the reason why Boeser and agent Ben Hankinson have been granted permission by the…

Having dropped 11 in a row on the road, the Arizona Coyotes play at the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday, beginning at 8:30 PM ET. The latest betting odds set for this matchup have the Coyotes listed at to win on the moneyline. The Blackhawks are currently to claim victory for this contest. This matchup has an over/under set at goals. This article…

In today's lone matchup between two of the league's bottom-feeders, our NHL betting picks and predictions lean on some of Chicago's top-end talent to help secure a home win versus the Flyers and their heavily banged-up lineup. The Chicago Blackhawks against the Philadelphia Flyers might not be the most exciting matchup right now, but it's the only…

Unlike the NFL, the NHL doesn't simply reward the worst team in the league with the first overall pick at the entry draft. The NHL has taken steps to prevent teams from tanking by establishing a lottery system for the first overall pick. I disagree wildly with those steps - tanking is going to happen whether the league tries to discourage it or not…

The Wild will have to wait at least one more game to get Ryan Hartman back in their lineup. The center won't suit up on Friday against the Blackhawks at Xcel Energy Center, but he's a possibility to play on Sunday when the team wraps up this four-game homestand vs. the Senators. Hartman, a former first round pick of the Blackhawks, missed the past…

It's time to ring in the New Year, and that always makes for a perfect prediction window. Roundtable members: Offer your wildest hockey prediction for the calendar year 2023. The spicier the take, the better. MATT LARKIN: Here goes nothin': Patrick Kane wins the Stanley Cup. With the situation getting uglier by the day in Chicago, I predict he…

Editor's note: Alex Crowe is a junior journalism major and serves as a senior sports reporter at the Northern Star. His views do not necessarily reflect those of the Star. This is an opinion piece. The 2023 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships have arrived, giving Chicago Blackhawks fans a chance to watch up-and-coming talent amidst Chicago's…

Oliver Kapanen (Finland) and Adam Engstrom (Sweden) are off to a hot start in the 2023 World Junior Championship that's taking place in Halifax and Moncton. Kapanen was named the player of the game in Finland's second matchup, whereas Engstrom started the tournament by earning two assists. Montreal Canadiens prospect Justin Barron could provide the…

WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin already knew what was next before Mark Howe stated it clearly at the conclusion of a video congratulating him for passing his late father, Gordie Howe, for second on the NHL all-time goals list. "Now it's time to set new goals for No. 99," Howe said, speaking on behalf of the Howe family. As much as the Washington…

The Columbus Blue Jackets head to Chicago to take on the Blackhawks. It's a meeting between the worst team in the Western Conference and the worst team in the Eastern Conference. The Blue Jackets have ten wins and 22 points, which is seven points worse than the next biggest loser in the East. Philadelphia has 29 points and continues to distance…

The Chicago Blackhawks are a very bad hockey team. They are amongst the worst in the entire National Hockey League for the first time in a long time. It is obvious that they are trying to rebuild their organization and are taking the long route. So far, the first part of their plan seems to be working. They still have a couple of legends left over…

We've hit the second checkpoint mark of the 2022-23 season. First, it was Thanksgiving. Now, it's Christmas. Next, it's the All-Star Break and then it's the trade deadline. So here are 15 thoughts about the Blackhawks going into the three-day holiday break: 1. The Blackhawks are 8-20-4 and have 20 points through 32 games. They're on pace to finish…

Coming off a much-needed win, the Nashville Predators are now in a solid position to win consecutive games. They visit the free-falling Chicago Blackhawks as wide favorites per the NHL odds. The Predators have won three straight against Chicago and eight of their last 10 meetings. However, two of Chicago's victories came at the United Center. Let's…

Hockey players used to come from places like Moose Jaw and Medicine Hat and Prince Albert. Now they come - some of the biggest stars, it seems, some of the most explosive players - from Scottsdale and Phoenix and suburban Los Angeles. When Tage Thompson scored five goals the other night for the Buffalo Sabres, bringing his total to 21 in 26 games…

Leading to the NHL's holiday break is always a flood of NHL trade rumors and speculation about the coming changes. GMs have had a good look at their teams. They've had a lot of conversations. And with a couple of months to the NHL trade deadline, it's time to get serious. The St. Louis Blues could put big names on the trade block. The Edmonton…

It's a massive 12-game slate in the National Hockey League this Tuesday evening, highlighted by some of the NHL's best teams matching up in conference play. In the early going, two of the best teams in the East match up in Boston as the Bruins (22-4-1) host the New York Islanders (17-12). Boston leads the Toronto Maple Leafs by three points in the…

Two teams heading in opposite directions clash, as the Minnesota Wild play host to the freefalling Chicago Blackhawks in Friday NHL action. The Wild look to further close the gap on the top of the Central Division standings after extending their current home win streak to six games with Wednesday's 4-1 win over Detroit, while the Blackhawks aim to…

The Chicago Blackhawks will take on the Winnipeg Jets in NHL action on Saturday. The Blackhawks have been inconsistent so far and have lost 6 out of 11 games this season. They are placed third in the Western Conference Central. The Jets have been decent this season, having won 6 games out of 10 this season. They are in second place in the Western…

As we approach the holiday season and end of the calendar year, it's time we take another look at the NHL Sour Rankings and rank the teams putting their worst foot forward in an attempt to secure the best odds at the first overall pick. Unless one of these teams has a 2019 St. Louis Blues-level turnaround, there is a good chance that one of them…

Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today's featured game for NHL Predictions is the…

After a slow start to the season, the Minnesota Wild have found a groove this month and shouldn't have any issues tonight facing the team with the worst record in the NHL. Read more in our Blackhawks vs. Wild betting picks. Within Friday's small three-game slate, there is a Central Division clash with the Minnesota Wild hosting the Chicago…

The Chicago Blackhawks host the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday in a game that might not get a ton of attention. Vegas has 43 points and has risen to the top of the Western Conference. The Golden Knights were not expected to be great this season, but they just continue to rack up the wins. The Blackhawks actually got off to a decent star, but they…

The Toronto Maple Leafs look to extend their streak without a regulation loss to 16 games. Toronto is 12-0-3 over the last 15 games with the 1.87 goals-against average the best in the league during that stretch. This is the fifth consecutive time that Toronto is favored against the Rangers at Madison Square Garden after being listed as the favorite…

The Hart Memorial Trophy is an annual award given to the most valuable player in the NHL. According to hockey betting sites, Connor McDavid is the runaway favorite right now. But if you're looking for value, you'll have to look outside of McDavid. Connor McDavid is tearing up the National Hockey League right now with 59 points in 30 games. He's on…

Washington is looking for its fifth straight victory, which is the first thing to remember when making Capitals vs. Blackhawks predictions. It's hard to win five straight in the NHL. But the Capitals have proved they are a good hockey team and are deservedly monster favorites over the Blackhawks. The Blackhawks are horrific. Chicago has lost 11 of…

Alex Ovechkin's chase for 800 goals continues tonight as the Capitals take on the lowly Blackhawks in Chicago. DraftKings is providing the people of Maryland with a great welcome offer to maximize their bets on the Great 8: Bet $5 on anything, Get $200 in free bets! In this piece, we'll show you how to capitalize on the DraftKings deal and check…

The Washington Capitals and Chicago Blackhawks meet in a cross-conference matchup. The Blackhawks are tied with the Anaheim Ducks for the fewest wins in the league, a title both teams are trying to drop. While the future is bright for a young Anaheim team, it may be a while before Chicago has a competitive team. If the season wasn't bad enough for…

The Washington Capitals are starting to find a groove. As they battled injuries, their season didn't start off so well, but they're starting to turn it around. They'll enter Tuesday on a four-game winning streak. On top of that, all four of those wins came against quality opponents. And better yet, their next opponent is one of the weakest in the…

The Capitals have been mostly getting by this season but have won four in a row and now get a cupcake of a matchup against maybe the worst team in the NHL. Find out how to take advantage in our NHL betting picks below. Photo By - USA TODAY Sports In Tuesday's lone nationally televised game, the Chicago Blackhawks host the Washington Capitals on…

This Blackhawks season is going to test fans. It's going to test some players. It's likely to test Jonathan Toews' and Patrick Kane's loyalty. It's unlikely to test Luke Richardson. Richardson had a pretty good idea of what he was signing up for when he became the Blackhawks' coach. But even with an understanding that this team wasn't built to win…

Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks 11/14/2022 Picks Predictions Previews The Carolina Hurricanes will visit the United Center in Chicago to take on the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday at 8:30 PM ET. The Hurricanes look to get back from losing their recent encounter on the road with the Colorado Avalanche at 1-4 on November 12. Carolina is 9-5-1…

It's not too often a player 21 games into the first season of a three-year contract extension becomes a virtual lock to be traded. But here we are with right winger Brock Boeser and the Vancouver Canucks. It's natural to view last weekend's drama as a catalyst and the reason why Boeser and agent Ben Hankinson have been granted permission by the…

All eyes were on Mitch Marner once again heading into Tuesday night's game against the Dallas Stars. A few wagers were placed on him at FanDuel, as well. Less than five minutes into the opening period, Mitch Marner set up John Tavares for the first goal of the game. With the assist, Marner became the seventh player in the past 30 years to record a…

The Chicago Blackhawks have been awful this season, which isn't really surprising given the circumstances. But they can put a smile on the faces of their tortured fans if they can score a win later tonight against the mighty New Jersey Devils, who just keep on winning and winning. With all that being said, let's now take a look at our NHL…

The New Jersey Devils have been a very good hockey team this season, continuing to improve with a young core developing and maturing. That's bad news inside the Metropolitan Division since no one expected the Devils to be this good this fast. The Chicago Blackhawks are ugly and awful now, but the prize of Connor Bedard and their long-term future is…