- The Predators are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Blackhawks
- Predators vs. Blackhawks Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: FDSO | CHSN
The Nashville Predators (32-28) visit United Center to take on the Chicago Blackhawks (26-31) on Mar. 22 in Chicago, IL. The puck drop is scheduled for 3:00 pm.
The Predators are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+200).
The Predators vs. Blackhawks Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Predators vs. Blackhawks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Predators | -1.5 +200 | 6 -110 | -110 |
| Blackhawks | +1.5 -250 | 6 -110 | -110 |
Predators vs Blackhawks Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Predators will win this game with 53.5% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Predators vs Blackhawks Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Blackhawks will cover the spread with 52.6% 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
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 19 of their last 25 away games (+11.50 Units / 30% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the Puck Line in 17 of their last 25 games (+6.00 Units / 13% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 12 of their last 25 away games (+5.35 Units / 18% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 17 of their last 25 away games (+5.35 Units / 16% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the Game Total Under in 8 of their last 13 games (+5.15 Units / 37% ROI)
Blackhawks Best Bets & Trends
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 14 of their last 25 games at home (+9.15 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 2P Moneyline in their last 5 games at home (+6.75 Units / 122% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the Game Total Under in 10 of their last 13 games (+6.70 Units / 47% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 14 of their last 20 games at home (+6.00 Units / 23% ROI)
- The Chicago Blackhawks have covered the 2P Puck Line in their last 5 games at home (+5.40 Units / 72% ROI)
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 38-31 against the spread this NHL season (-2.4 Units / -2.03% ROI).
- Predators are 32-37 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.3 Units /-3.04% ROI
- Predators are 33-33 when betting the Over for -3.9 Units / -5.03% ROI
- Predators are 33-33 when betting the Under for -2.4 Units /-3.2% ROI
Blackhawks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Blackhawks are 43-26 against the spread this NHL season (+1.8 Units /1.59% ROI).
- Blackhawks are 26-43 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.4 Units / -2% ROI
- Blackhawks are 28-39 when betting the Over for -14.75 Units / -19.27% ROI
- Blackhawks are 39-28 when betting the Under for +8.5 Units / 11.24% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Blackhawks vs Predators
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | +135 |
| Filip Forsberg (NAS) | +170 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | +190 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | +190 |
| Frank Nazar (CHI) | +250 |
| Ryan O'Reilly (NAS) | +260 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Blackhawks vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Teuvo Teravainen (CHI) | 0.5 -105 | 0.5 -125 |
| Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI) | 0.5 -130 | 0.5 +100 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 0.5 -235 | 0.5 +170 |
| Frank Nazar (CHI) | 0.5 -135 | 0.5 +100 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -155 | 0.5 +115 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Blackhawks vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Teuvo Teravainen (CHI) | 1.5 +100 | 1.5 -135 |
| Ilya Mikheyev (CHI) | 1.5 -105 | 1.5 -130 |
| Connor Bedard (CHI) | 3.5 +100 | 3.5 -140 |
| Sam Rinzel (CHI) | 1.5 -165 | 1.5 +120 |
| Frank Nazar (CHI) | 2.5 +130 | 2.5 -185 |
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 60-89 (.403) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 13-3 (.812) when tied after the second period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 15-33 (.312) when drawing more penalties since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .493
Blackhawks: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Blackhawks are 71-150 (.321) since the start of the 2023-24 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 10-23 (.303) when tied after the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks are 26-42 (.382) this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators scored on 5% of cycle chances in the third period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Predators have scored on 29% of second chance opportunities in the first period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Predators scored on 8% of rush chances last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
Blackhawks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks are 71-150 (.321) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blackhawks have scored on 0% of second chance opportunities on the power play this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 20%
The Blackhawks averaged 0.78 expected goals per game while tied last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 1.03
The Blackhawks averaged 2.59 expected goals per game last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.14
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 have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Predators allowed 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
The Predators have allowed 1.1 goals per game in the first period this season — tied for highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.9
Blackhawks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Blackhawks have 35.3 goals saved above expected while tied this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 12.5
The Blackhawks have allowed 8.1 high danger chances per game while tied this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 6.1
The Blackhawks have 1,153 successful stick checks this season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
The Blackhawks 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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