Match Analysis: Chicago Blackhawks vs New Jersey Devils – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 12, 2025
- Time: 2:40 AM UTC
- Location: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
Game Overview
The New Jersey Devils (11-4-1) travel to Chicago to face the Blackhawks (8-5-3) in a Metropolitan Division matchup. The Devils are favored but showing fatigue after recent overtime loss, while the Blackhawks have won three consecutive games and are playing at home where they've been solid defensively.
Key Factors to Consider
- Devils are 11-4-1 overall but vulnerable on the road (4-4-0) and have lost 2 of last 4 road games as favorites. They're 1-3 in their last 4 road contests. Blackhawks have won 3 straight games and are 8-5-3, showing improved form. Both teams have won 3 of their last 5 games.
- Devils dominate the series historically (8-1 in last 9 meetings) and are 4-1 in their last 5 visits to Chicago. However, this historical advantage is offset by current form and home-ice advantage for Chicago.
- No major injuries disclosed in available data.
- Devils are coming off an overtime loss to the Islanders at home, which historically affects performance in subsequent road games. Blackhawks have momentum with recent home dominance (covered +1.5 puck line in 8 of last 10 home games). Public betting shows 62% money on Devils moneyline despite 75% of bets on Devils, indicating sharp money favoring Blackhawks.
- Blackhawks have incentive to maintain winning streak and home record. Devils may be fatigued after overtime and travel. Chicago has won underdogs' last three games, showing ability to perform as underdogs at home.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Chicago +133 | New Jersey -167 | Chicago Blackhawks | β β β ββ 58% |
| Spread | Chicago +1.5 -200 | New Jersey -1.5 +155 | Chicago Blackhawks +1.5 | β β β ββ 62% |
| Over/under | Over 6 -122 | Under 6 -103 | Under 6 | β β β ββ 61% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Chicago Blackhawks 26% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 6 20% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Chicago Blackhawks at 26% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 19.4% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chicago Blackhawks upset victory on moneyline with strong defensive performance. Under 6 goals in a low-scoring affair with tight margins.
Predicted Score: Chicago 2, New Jersey 1