The Chicago Blackhawks and Carolina Hurricanes face off on Monday in an NHL showdown at PNC Arena. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Blackhawks vs Hurricanes prediction.
Connor Bedard is back for Blackhawks
Connor Bedard is back from his jaw injury and he’s already making a huge impact on the team. In the last game against the Ottawa Senators, the Blackhawks scored three goals, including one in the third period and that was the difference. Bedard finished with an assist and a goal. The Blackhawks are averaging 2.07 goals while their defense is giving up 3.49 goals per game. The offense is ranked 32nd while the defense is ranked 27th. Even with the injury, Bedard has scored 16 goals and added 20 assists.
Hurricanes Look to Build on Last Game
The Hurricanes in the last game faced off against the Vegas Golden Knights and they were able to secure the 3-1 victory. Seth Jarvis had a strong game putting up one goal and adding another assist. The Hurricanes on the season are averaging 3.33 goals while their defense is giving up 2.81 goals per game. The offense is ranked 12th in the league while the defense is ranked 10th. Sebastian Aho has scored 19 goals and added 38 assists so far this season.
Carolina Hurricanes Team Facts
- The Hurricanes have won seven of their last eight games against the Blackhawks.
- The Hurricanes have failed to cover the puck line in seven of their last eight games at PNC Arena following a road win.
- The Hurricanes have won the second period in each of their last four games against Central Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in each of the last four games between the Blackhawks and Hurricanes.
Chicago Blackhawks Team Facts
- The Blackhawks have lost each of their last eight night games.
- The favorites have covered the puck line in six of the Blackhawks’ last seven games at PNC Arena.
- The Blackhawks have lost the first period in each of their last four night games.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Blackhawks’ last nine games as underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.
Blackhawks vs Hurricanes Betting Prediction
Connor Bedard might be back for the Blackhawks, and they might be coming off a win, but they aren’t going to pick up a victory in this game. The Blackhawks offense is still averaging only 2.07 goals and outside of Bedard this offense doesn’t have a lot of playmakers. Look for the Hurricanes to run up the score, and the Blackhawks aren’t going to be keeping up here. Back the Hurricanes on the puck line. I also am betting on the Hurricanes -2.5 to get even more value with the bet.