Match Analysis: Chicago Blackhawks vs Anaheim Ducks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-19
- Time: 11:10 PM UTC
- Location: United Center, Chicago
Game Overview
A Western Conference matchup between the Chicago Blackhawks and Anaheim Ducks with both teams showing inconsistency early in the season and known defensive vulnerabilities.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both teams have a 2-2 record this season; Chicago has a 2-2-2 record overall, and Anaheim stands at 2-2-0. Both have struggled offensively and defensively, with Chicago ranked 31st and Anaheim 22nd in defense last season.
- Last meetings favored Chicago with a recent 4-1 win at Anaheim and a close home loss 3-2 in shootout. Both teams show competitive but low-margin outcomes in recent matchups.
- No major injury reports indicate significant absences impacting key players for either team.
- Play at United Center benefits Chicago with home-ice advantage. No major travel or scheduling concerns appear.
- Chicago needs a home win to boost confidence after a recent shootout loss; Anaheim seeks to improve on the road after a home loss to Carolina, aiming to reverse their slow start.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Chicago Blackhawks +110, Anaheim Ducks -130 | Chicago Blackhawks | β β β ββ 68% |
Spread | Chicago Blackhawks +1.5 -238, Anaheim Ducks -1.5 195 | Chicago Blackhawks +1.5 | β β β β β 73% |
Over/under | Over 6.5 114, Under 6.5 -135 | Over 6.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Chicago Blackhawks 20% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 6.5 31% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 6.5 at 31% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 26.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chicago Blackhawks to win outright, covering the spread with total goals going over 6.5
Predicted Score: Chicago Blackhawks 4 β Anaheim Ducks 2