NHL Betting Preview: Hurricanes vs Blackhawks
The Carolina Hurricanes square off against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center, with face-off scheduled for 17:30 on Thursday, April 9.
Canes to Come Out on Top
The -141 about the Hurricanes looks really generous when it comes to the 3-Way Moneyline. We think the Blackhawks can be beaten in 60 minutes, so this is our best pick.
8 Wins in Last 10 H2H Clashes for Canes
Carolina Hurricanes won their previous game, beating Boston Bruins at home. It was a 6-5 (OT) win at Lenovo Center. Andrei Svechnikov racked up 2 points which includes 1 goal and 1 assist.
Chicago Blackhawks have now lost four consecutive times at home. In their last game, they were beaten 3-2 on the road by San Jose Sharks at SAP Center. Frank Nazar and Ryan Donato scored one goal apiece.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Hawks beat the Canes when the teams last met. It was a 4-3 scoreline at Lenovo Center. The Canes have triumphed in eight of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.
Starting Goalies
Frederik Andersen (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
14-14-5
3.2
.870
0
23/24
13-2-0
1.84
.932
3
Spencer Knight (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
18-23-11
2.7
.907
3
Carolina Hurricanes – Last 10 Games
7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 4.0 goals from 33.7 shots on goal, with a 36.1% powerplay efficiency. The Canes have given up 3.1 goals from 20.4 shots, averaging 3.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.0%.
Seth Jarvis is the top points scorer with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, with Andrei Svechnikov racking up 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Brandon Bussi have a 2.99 goal against average with a .860 save percentage.
Chicago Blackhawks – Last 10 Games
The Hawks have 2 wins, 6 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.2 goals from 25.7 shots on goal, with a 10.7% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.8 goals from 36.2 shots, averaging 2.8 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 78.6%.
The top points scorer is Tyler Bertuzzi with 7 points, 4 goals and 3 assists, while Connor Bedard is next in line after registering 7 points, 2 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 3.40 GAA with a .896 SV%.
Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction & Picks
We cover the key Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, correct score selection and a bet builder tailored for the best value.
Game Prediction
Our best pick is that Carolina Hurricanes will outscore their opponents in regulation time, with odds of -141 currently available that they win this NHL clash. That looks a price worth taking on this value selection.
We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible hockey picks. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key NHL numbers that truly make a difference.
Key Hurricanes vs Blackhawks stats:
Hurricanes have won 4 of their last 5 games.Hurricanes have won 7 of their last 10 games.Blackhawks have lost their last 4 games at home.Blackhawks have lost 8 of their last 10 games.Blackhawks have lost 14 of their last 20 games.Blackhawks have lost 8 of their last 10 games against Hurricanes.Canes 3-Way Moneyline Probability
Looking at the latest betting odds, there’s a 58.5% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.
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Hurricanes 3-Way Moneyline @ -141
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Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Canes Big Favorites on the Moneyline
According to the Moneyline betting odds, Carolina Hurricanes are red-hot -233 favorites with the sportsbooks and that means a 70% chance of winning this game. Chicago Blackhawks are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +190.
The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you’re wanting to back Over 6.5, the odds are +102.
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Carolina Hurricanes Stats
Chicago Blackhawks Stats
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 home games
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.60 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.00 pts and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.20 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 1.3
Shots: 33.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0.5
Penalties: 3
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 6
Blocks: 18.4
Faceoff Wins : 28.9
Hits: 21.9
Giveaways: 15.1
Takeaways: 4.9
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 1.2
Shots: 32.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.5
Penalty Minutes: 8.2
Blocks: 17.4
Faceoff Wins : 28.6
Hits: 21.2
Giveaways: 15.6
Takeaways: 5.5
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.3
Shots: 25.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 2.8
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 6.1
Blocks: 11.3
Faceoff Wins : 22.7
Hits: 14.8
Giveaways: 15.3
Takeaways: 4.7
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.2
Shots: 22.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 2.8
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 6.1
Blocks: 9.3
Faceoff Wins : 21.8
Hits: 15.9
Giveaways: 14.7
Takeaways: 4.9
Starting Lineups
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Expert Analysis by Kevin Thompson
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