The Chicago Blackhawks (16-31-6) are set to host the Nashville Predators (18-27-7) at the United Center on Friday night in a matchup between two teams desperately seeking to turn their seasons around.
Both Central Division rivals have been experiencing significant difficulties, with the Predators riding a five-game losing streak while the Blackhawks have managed just two wins in their last ten outings.
The offensive struggles have been particularly evident for both teams, with Nashville averaging 2.60 goals per game and Chicago slightly lower at 2.58, placing them among the lowest-scoring teams in the NHL.
The Predators' trio of Filip Forsberg, Steven Stamkos, and Jonathan Marchessault has provided a combined 52 goals and 71 assists, while Chicago's young star Connor Bedard and veteran Teuvo Teravainen have contributed 26 goals and 56 assists between them.
Defensive challenges have plagued both sides, with the Blackhawks allowing 3.43 goals per game and the Predators not far behind at 3.25, suggesting this matchup could come down to which team can better address their defensive shortcomings.
As these struggling teams prepare to face off, the key question remains whether either side can overcome their recent difficulties and find the consistency needed to secure a crucial victory in this Central Division contest.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Nashville Predators: who will win?
For tonight's Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators matchup, our predictive model gives the Predators a 67% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.
Pre-game probabilities
Nashville Predators
Moneyline
Win %
67%
33%
Chicago Blackhawks
Nashville Predators: 67% win probability
- Better goal differential (-33 vs -45 for Blackhawks)
- Higher points total (43 vs 38 for Blackhawks)
- Better defensive record (169 goals against vs 183 for Blackhawks)
Chicago Blackhawks: 33% win probability
- Worst record in Central Division (16-31-6)
- Poor offensive output (138 goals scored, lowest in division)
- Recent poor form (LLLWL in last 5 games)
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Chicago Blackhawks vs. Nashville Predators form
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Nashville Predators head to head
Chicago Blackhawks
0%
Nashville Predators
100%
Jan 17, 2025
Nashville Predators
3 : 2
Chicago Blackhawks
Oct 26, 2024
Chicago Blackhawks
2 : 3
Nashville Predators
Apr 13, 2024
Chicago Blackhawks
1 : 5
Nashville Predators
Jan 3, 2024
Nashville Predators
3 : 0
Chicago Blackhawks
Dec 6, 2023
Chicago Blackhawks
3 : 4
Nashville Predators
Nov 18, 2023
Nashville Predators
4 : 2
Chicago Blackhawks
