In this article, we will formulate a Penguins vs Blackhawks Prediction for this NHL game on Tuesday, April 8th, at the PPG Paints Arena. Let’s take a look at the Pittsburgh Penguins vs Chicago Blackhawks pick.
What a Win for the Blackhawks
The Blackhawks’ last game was against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and they were able to secure a 3-1 victory. Ilya Mikheyev was the top player for Pittsburgh, and he scored two goals. Spencer Knight was in goal, and he also stepped up in a major way, saving 28 of the 29 shots that he faced. Two games ago against the Dallas Stars, they also were able to secure the 5-3 victory. It’s still going ot be a lost season, but this team can find a way to finish the season strong.
Chicago is averaging 2.7 goals in the season, while its defense is giving up 3.57 goals per game. The defense has been a problem, but the offense will need to be even more impressive in this game. Spencer Knight is expected to get the start in this game. He has a 16-15-2 record overall and is giving up 2.62 goals per game.
Inconsistent Penguins
The Penguins’ story all season has been inconsistency, and it was no different against the Blackhawks. The offense only scored a goal, leading to a two-goal defeat. Two games ago, against the Dallas Stars, the offense was much better, and they ended up securing the 5-3 victory. In that game, Sidney Crosby had quite the game and ended up scoring three goals on the way to the victory.
The Penguins are averaging 2.91 goals per game, while their defense is giving up 3.57 goals per game. The offense is ranked 19th in the league, while the defense is ranked 31st. Tristan Jarry is expected to start in goal. He has a 14-11-6 record and is giving up 3.26 goals per game. The Penguins have won two of his last three starts.
Why the Penguins Will Beat the Blackhawks
- The Blackhawks have lost 26 of their last 27 road games following a win.
- The Penguins have won seven of their last eight night games at PPG Paints Arena following a road loss.
- The Blackhawks have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last five games as road underdogs.
- The Penguins have covered the puck line in six of their last seven home games.
- The Penguins have won the third period in six of their last seven games as home favorites when trailing after the second period.
Penguins vs Blackhawks Prediction
Yes, the Blackhawks won the last game against the Penguins, but this is a big bounce-back spot. Chicago’s offense has been awful, and they are going to really struggle. Again here. Jarry is the right guy in goal, and he’s going to have a huge start here. The Blackhawks are 10-60 in their last 70 road games and 2-9 in their last 11 games played on Tuesday. Back the Penguins on the puck line.