- The Predators are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Blackhawks
- Blackhawks vs. Predators Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: CHSN | FDSO
The Chicago Blackhawks (22-26) visit Bridgestone Arena to take on the Nashville Predators (26-24) on Feb. 26 in Nashville, TN. The puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 pm.
The Predators are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+140).
The Blackhawks vs. Predators Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Blackhawks vs. Predators Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Blackhawks | +1.5 -170 | 6 -105 | +140 |
| Predators | -1.5 +140 | 6 -115 | -170 |
Blackhawks vs Predators Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Predators will win this game with 90.0% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Blackhawks vs Predators Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Blackhawks will cover the spread with 89.3% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Blackhawks Best Bets & Trends
- The Chicago Blackhawks have covered the 1P Puck Line in 19 of their last 25 away games (+9.65 Units / 24% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 9 of their last 11 away games (+6.40 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the Moneyline in 4 of their last 7 away games (+6.15 Units / 88% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 1P Moneyline in 4 of their last 10 games (+4.05 Units / 40% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the Game Total Over in 4 of their last 6 games (+1.80 Units / 27% ROI)
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 18 of their last 25 games (+10.20 Units / 27% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the Game Total Over in 16 of their last 25 games at home (+6.25 Units / 23% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 2P Puck Line in 10 of their last 15 games at home (+6.20 Units / 29% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Moneyline in 6 of their last 13 games (+4.90 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 6 of their last 7 games at home (+4.70 Units / 47% ROI)
Blackhawks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Blackhawks are 36-21 against the spread this NHL season (+0.7 Units / 0.72% ROI).
- Blackhawks are 22-35 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.95 Units /-1.65% ROI
- Blackhawks are 25-30 when betting the Over for -8.05 Units / -12.67% ROI
- Blackhawks are 30-25 when betting the Under for +2.8 Units /4.5% ROI
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 29-28 against the spread this NHL season (-7.85 Units /-8.16% ROI).
- Predators are 26-31 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.95 Units / -3.15% ROI
- Predators are 30-26 when betting the Over for +1.1 Units / 1.73% ROI
- Predators are 26-30 when betting the Under for -6.55 Units / -10.55% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Predators vs Blackhawks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Teuvo Teravainen (CHI) | 0.5 +125 | 0.5 -165 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 0.5 -115 | 0.5 -115 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 0.5 -210 | 0.5 +155 |
| Sam Rinzel (CHI) | 0.5 +165 | 0.5 -225 |
| Frank Nazar (CHI) | 0.5 +100 | 0.5 -135 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Predators vs Blackhawks
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 1.5 -200 | 1.5 +145 |
| Ilya Mikheyev (CHI) | 1.5 +110 | 1.5 -150 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 2.5 -165 | 2.5 +125 |
| Sam Rinzel (CHI) | 1.5 -190 | 1.5 +135 |
| Frank Nazar (CHI) | 2.5 +130 | 2.5 -175 |
Blackhawks: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Blackhawks are 70-146 (.324) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks are 47-87 (.351) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks were 25-54 (.316) last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks are 29-29 (.500) when winning the xG advantage since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .671
Predators: Keys to the Game vs. Blackhawks
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 101-117 (.463) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 54-82 (.397) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 25-30 (.455) this season — 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Blackhawks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks scored on 33% of second chance opportunities while tied last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%
The Blackhawks averaged 0.78 expected goals per game while tied last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.03
The Blackhawks averaged 3.8 high danger chances per game while tied last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 5.1
The Blackhawks averaged 2.59 expected goals per game last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.14
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have 7 rush chances in 4v4 situations this month — most among NHL Teams
The Predators scored on 7% of rush chances while leading last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 12%
The Predators scored on 7% of cycle chances last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Predators have scored on 7% of cycle chances in the third period since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
Blackhawks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks have 34.0 goals saved above expected while tied this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9.2
The Blackhawks allowed 88 forecheck chances in the second period last season — most among NHL Teams
The Blackhawks have allowed 1.41 expected goals per game while tied this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.04
The Blackhawks have allowed 8.3 high danger chances per game while tied this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 5.9
Predators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have allowed 5 second chance scoring opportunities in 4v4 situations this season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Predators allowed 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
The Predators have a .692 save percentage in overtime since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .816
The Predators have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
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