The Vegas Golden Knights (29-12-3) head to the United Center to face the Chicago Blackhawks (14-28-3) on Saturday night, with both teams looking to recover from recent setbacks.
The Golden Knights, tied for first in the Pacific Division with 61 points, enter the contest having lost two of their last three games, including a 5-3 defeat to the Nashville Predators.
Vegas brings their fourth-ranked offense (3.4 goals per game) and seventh-ranked defense (2.7 goals against) into Chicago, where they'll face a Blackhawks team that has lost four straight games.
The contrast between the teams is stark, with Chicago struggling at both ends of the ice, ranking 30th in goals scored (2.5 per game) and 31st in goals against (3.5).
While Vegas goaltender Adin Hill (18-7-2, 2.54 GAA) has been solid between the pipes, the Blackhawks will counter with Petr Mrazek (8-16-1, 3.25 GAA) as they attempt to snap their losing streak.
This matchup between the defending Stanley Cup champions and a rebuilding Blackhawks squad presents an intriguing clash of teams heading in opposite directions, with implications for both the Pacific Division race and Chicago's development plans.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights: who will win?
For tonight's Chicago Blackhawks vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup, our predictive model gives the Knights a 75% chance of defeating the Hawks.
Vegas Golden Knights: 75% win probability
- Strong offensive output (153 goals scored this season, 3rd highest in Western Conference)
- Excellent overall record (29 wins in 45 games, 2nd in Pacific Division)
- Superior goal differential (+31, significantly better than opponent)
Chicago Blackhawks: 25% win probability
- Poor overall record (14 wins in 45 games, last in Central Division)
- Weak offensive production (115 goals scored, third-lowest in Western Conference)
- Significant defensive struggles (155 goals against, second-worst in division)
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Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights odds
| Chicago Blackhawks | Vegas Golden Knights | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +192 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | -225 (via BetMGM Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Chicago Blackhawks have won 14 out of 45 matches this season.
- 2The Vegas Golden Knights have won 29 out of 45 matches this season.
- 3With 31 points, the Chicago Blackhawks holds the 16th position in the league standings.
- 4Vegas Golden Knights's 61 points place them 3rd in the rankings.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights form
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights head to head
Chicago Blackhawks
33%
Vegas Golden Knights
67%
Apr 17, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
3 : 1
Chicago Blackhawks
Oct 27, 2023
Vegas Golden Knights
3 : 4
Chicago Blackhawks
Oct 22, 2023
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 5
Vegas Golden Knights
Feb 22, 2023
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 2
Vegas Golden Knights
Dec 16, 2022
Chicago Blackhawks
1 : 4
Vegas Golden Knights
Oct 14, 2022
Vegas Golden Knights
1 : 0
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