The Carolina Hurricanes (31-16-4) will welcome the Chicago Blackhawks (16-29-5) to PNC Arena on Thursday night in what appears to be a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions.
The Hurricanes enter the contest riding high with seven wins in their last ten games, powered by a dynamic offense that's averaging 3.35 goals per game and has netted 21 goals in their previous six outings.
Chicago, despite a recent 4-1 victory over Tampa Bay, has managed just three wins in their last ten games while struggling to generate consistent offense, averaging only 2.62 goals per game this season.
The contrast between the teams extends beyond the scoreboard, with Carolina's stalwart defense allowing just 2.71 goals per game while Chicago has surrendered 3.40 goals per contest.
Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis continue to lead Carolina's potent attack, while Chicago relies heavily on the talented duo of Connor Bedard and Teuvo Teravainen to generate scoring opportunities.
As these teams prepare to face off at PNC Arena, the question remains whether the Blackhawks can find a way to slow down a Hurricanes team that appears to be firing on all cylinders.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Chicago Blackhawks: who will win?
For tonight's Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks matchup, our predictive model gives the Hurricanes a 76.33% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.
Pre-game probabilities
Carolina Hurricanes
Moneyline
Win %
76.33%
23.67%
Chicago Blackhawks
Carolina Hurricanes: 76.33% win probability
- Strong offensive output (171 goals scored this season)
- Excellent defensive performance (140 goals against, among top 5 in conference)
- Consistent winning record (31 wins in 51 games, 2nd in Eastern Conference)
Chicago Blackhawks: 23.67% win probability
- Poor goal differential (-39, allowing 171 goals while scoring only 132)
- Weak overall record (16 wins in 50 games, last in Central Division)
- Inconsistent performance (Recent form WLLLW shows volatility)
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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Chicago Blackhawks form
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Chicago Blackhawks head to head
Carolina Hurricanes
100%
Chicago Blackhawks
0%
Jan 21, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 4
Carolina Hurricanes
Apr 14, 2024
Chicago Blackhawks
2 : 4
Carolina Hurricanes
Feb 20, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
6 : 3
Chicago Blackhawks
Dec 28, 2022
Carolina Hurricanes
3 : 0
Chicago Blackhawks
Nov 15, 2022
Chicago Blackhawks
0 : 3
Carolina Hurricanes
Nov 4, 2021
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 4
Carolina Hurricanes
