The Colorado Avalanche (25-15-1) bring their high-powered offense to the United Center on Wednesday night to face the Chicago Blackhawks (13-25-2) in what appears to be a lopsided Central Division matchup.
The Avalanche enter the contest riding high with eight wins in their last ten games, powered by the dynamic duo of Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen who have combined for an impressive 38 goals and 86 assists this season.
Meanwhile, the Blackhawks continue to face challenges on both ends of the ice, averaging just 2.53 goals per game while allowing 3.43 goals against, despite the promising efforts of young star Connor Bedard.
The contrast between these teams couldn't be starker, with Colorado's offense averaging 3.39 goals per game and netting 32 goals in their last eight contests, while Chicago has managed only 11 goals in their previous five games.
The goaltending battle will feature Colorado's Mackenzie Blackwood, who has impressed with a .938 save percentage, against Chicago's Petr Mrazek, who has faced his share of challenges this season.
As these Central Division rivals prepare to face off at the United Center, hockey fans will be watching closely to see if the Avalanche can maintain their momentum or if the Blackhawks can engineer an unexpected turnaround in this compelling NHL matchup.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche: who will win?
For tonight's Chicago Blackhawks vs Colorado Avalanche matchup, our predictive model gives the Avalanche a 64% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.
Colorado Avalanche: 64% win probability
- Potent offense (140 goals scored, 3rd highest in Western Conference)
- Strong overall record (25 wins in 41 games, 7th in Western Conference)
- Excellent recent form (Won 4 of last 5 games - WLWWW)
Chicago Blackhawks: 36% win probability
- Poor defensive record (137 goals against, 3rd worst in Western Conference)
- League-worst position (16th in Western Conference with only 28 points)
- Struggling recent form (Only 1 win in last 5 games - LWLLL)
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Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche odds
| Chicago Blackhawks | Colorado Avalanche | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +215 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | -260 (via bet365 US) |
Key stats
- 1The Chicago Blackhawks have won 13 out of 40 matches this season.
- 2The Colorado Avalanche have won 25 out of 41 matches this season.
- 3With 28 points, the Chicago Blackhawks holds the 16th position in the league standings.
- 4Colorado Avalanche's 51 points place them 7th in the rankings.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche form
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche head to head
Chicago Blackhawks
33%
Colorado Avalanche
67%
Oct 29, 2024
Colorado Avalanche
2 : 5
Chicago Blackhawks
Mar 5, 2024
Colorado Avalanche
5 : 0
Chicago Blackhawks
Mar 1, 2024
Chicago Blackhawks
0 : 5
Colorado Avalanche
Dec 20, 2023
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 2
Colorado Avalanche
Oct 20, 2023
Colorado Avalanche
4 : 0
Chicago Blackhawks
Mar 21, 2023
Colorado Avalanche
5 : 0
Chicago Blackhawks
