The Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks face off on Sunday in an NHL showdown at the United Center. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Red Wings vs Blackhawks prediction.
What a Win for the Red Wings
The Red Wings on Saturday against the St. Louis Blues and they were able to secure the 6-1 victory. Alex DeBrincat had a strong game putting up two goals and adding one assist. Alex Lyon was strong in goal saving 22 of the 23 shots. The Red Wings are averaging 3.51 goals while their defense is giving up 3.18 goals per game. The offense is ranked 6th in the league while the defense is ranked 20th. Dylan Larkin has scored 25 goals and added 26 assists so far this season.
Blackhawks Continue to Lose
The Blackhawks have lost three games in a row and they don’t have any confidence right now. In the last game against the WInnipeg Jets they were able to force overtime, but they still ended up giving up three goals and losing. The Blackhawks are averaging 2.07 goals while their defense is giving up 3.52 goals per game. The offense is ranked 32nd in the league while the defense is ranked 27th. Connor Bedard has scored 17 goals and added 22 assists so far this season. The Blackhawks will face the Avalanche and Blue Jackets after this game.
Chicago Blackhawks Team Facts
- The Blackhawks have lost each of their last 11 night games.
- The Blackhawks have covered the puck line in each of their last four games at United Center against opponents on a winning streak.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3’ market has hit in each of the last nine games between the Red Wings and Blackhawks at United Center.
- The Blackhawks have lost the third period in each of their last eight night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
Detroit Red Wings Team Facts
- The Red Wings have won each of their last nine games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The Red Wings have covered the puck line in each of their last six games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Red Wings have lost the second period in each of their last seven night games against Central Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Red Wings’ last 11 games as favorites against Central Division opponents.
Red Wings vs Blackhawks Betting Prediction
The Red Wings might have tired legs, but I am still not too concerned, they are going to find success in this game. The Blackhawks are averaging only 2.07 goals per game, and they are going to struggle in this game. The Red Wings scored six goals on Sunday, and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. The Blackhawks’ offense won’t keep up, and the Red Wings will secure the win. Back the Red Wings on the money line.