Predators vs Blackhawks Prediction, Odds & Picks Mar 04
The Chicago Blackhawks had a surprising five-game winning streak where they proved to be an excellent option for NHL picks. They’ve since traded Patrick Kane and lost three in a row.
The Nashville Predators have won four out of their last five games with an offensive explosion occurring. They’ve scored over five goals in three out of their last four wins during this stretch, and hope to stay hot against the Blackhawks.
Which side is the best bet online in this spot?
Nashville Improving as Season Progresses
The Predators have taken advantage of good matchups in the past few weeks. It’s been part of the reason for their success on the ice and they will need to do so again when they travel to face the Blackhawks.
It’s all going to start on the defensive end, though, with Juuse Saros expected to start in the crease. This 12th-ranked defense has benefitted from a good season out of Saros and will need that to continue here.
Saros is 23-17-5 with a 2.79 GAA and a .916 save percentage. He’s tied for the ninth-best record, the 23rd-best GAA, and tied for the 10th-best save percentage. Now he’s up against one of the worst offenses in the league.
On paper, the Preds look like a good choice on the NHL lines.
Blackhawks Back To Struggling Ways
Chicago was on top of the online sports betting world during their five-game winning streak but has fallen far since then. These past three games have seen the Blackhawks allow a total of 13 goals while scoring just five of their own.
They’ve been completely outplayed recently and look demoralized after trading away Patrick Kane. If that wasn’t enough, they then sent Max Domi off in a different trade.
These two players were their top two scorers on the roster. Their third-best scorer was Jonathan Toews, who is out with an injury. Their offense is now significantly worse with defenseman Seth Jones leading the team in points with 28. It’s tough to back this team in the sportsbook.
Predators vs Blackhawks Game Injuries
Nashville was able to take down the Blackhawks 4-2 in their lone matchup against one another this season.
Predators vs Blackhawks Information
- Game: Predators (30-23-6) vs Blackhawks (21-35-5)
- Location: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Day/Time: Saturday, 8 p.m. ET
- Predators vs Blackhawks Live Stream: NHL.TV
Predators vs Blackhawks Betting Lines
Predators vs Blackhawks Picks & Prediction
Nashville has been starting to play well lately when taking on opponents that they match up well against. This is another one of those contests where if Chicago wins, it will be a surprise. It’s hard to project a win ahead of time.
With the Blackhawks trading away their two best players while being without Toews, don’t overthink this. Either go under with your sports bets or take Nashville to win in this spot.
Nashville is listed at -210 in our Vegas lines. So, if you wager $100 on the Predators, there’s a chance to win $48. The Blackhawks are +175 with a chance to win $175 on a $100 wager.
The implied probability attached to the betting lines gives the Blackhawks a 67.74% chance to win, with the Predators at 36.36%.
