Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights 4/16/24 – As the NHL regular season unfolds, the matchup between the Chicago Blackhawks (23-51-5) and the Vegas Golden Knights (43-28-8) is set to capture the attention of hockey enthusiasts and bettors alike. This game not only showcases the stark contrast in the teams’ standings but also presents intriguing opportunities for those navigating the best online betting sites. The face-off is scheduled for a late Tuesday night, promising an exciting clash at the T-Mobile Arena.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights 4/16/24
When: Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 10:00 PM ET
Where: T-Mobile Arena
TV: Hulu/ESPN+
Stream: NHL.TV
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights 4/16/24 Betting Odds:
| Team | PUCKLINE | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Blackhawks | TBD | TBD | TBD |  |
| Golden Knights | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
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Currently, the specific betting odds for the Blackhawks vs. Golden Knights game remain to be determined. As these odds are released, bettors should consider the recent performance trends and the stark differences in seasonal records between these teams to make informed betting decisions.
Goaltender Petr Mrazek vs. Goaltender Logan Thompson
Petr Mrazek of the Blackhawks team has been struggling in what looked to be a breakout season with a .307 goals against average over 54 games. He maintained a .906 save percentage, which demonstrates an outstanding individual performance despite the team poor results. The unforgiving nature of playing the high-flying Vegas Golden Knights provides even more challenges for Mrazek to keep Chicago’s head above water.
However, Logan Thompson from the Golden Knights has displayed better results, with a 2.74 GAA and a .907 saving score in 45 appearances. The stability that Fleury brings to netting puts Vegas’ defensive tactics on a whole new level, which home fans actively support, making the Blackhawks task of scoring on the offensive difficult.
Analyzing Chicago’s Key Players
The Blackhawks forward line up has seen Philipp Kurashev score 53 points in 72 games out of which he tops the team stats. Despite his efforts, the team’s overall scoring depth has been lacking, as evidenced by a team-wide minus-41 plus/minus rating among their top contributors. The power play led by Kurashev in Chicago will need to do the most here if they are willing to compete with the Knights who have almost plenty of defense.
Vegas’ Offensive Prowess
While Vegas has other teammates who have done well, Marchessault excels, particularly having scored 42 goals this season. His skills at converting power play opportunities and also a decent 16.4% shooting accuracy, makes him an unmissable threat every game. Also, Ivan Barbashev as well as Brayden McNabb are the players that have performed well on both ends of the ice, something that has made a difference in Golden Knights’ impressive run.
Trends
Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends
Blackhawks are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Chicago Blackhawks are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Blackhawks are 12-27 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Blackhawks’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 15 of Blackhawks’ 40 last games at home
Vegas Golden Knights Betting Trends
Golden Knights are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Vegas Golden Knights are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Golden Knights are 19-22 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 0 of Golden Knights’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 16 of Golden Knights’ 38 last games at home
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights Betting Picks
This game presents a clear juxtaposition of fortunes. The Golden Knights, with their superior record and strong home performance, are likely favorites as the Blackhawks struggle to find consistency. For those pursuing daily hockey free picks, considering the Golden Knights on the moneyline might be a safer bet if the odds are favorable. However, given the Blackhawks’ recent knack for covering spreads, there’s potential value in betting on them to cover if provided a generous line.
Additionally, the totality of the score could vary, depending on a goalkeeper’s efficiency; being the average trend of a lower score as a hint. Bettors, one might want to think of under if total points in a given line is set for high, taking advantage of their recent trends in the number of points scored by both teams. Odds inclinations, going for scorers like Marchessault if there’s prop bets may prove useful, especially considering his consistent scoring this season.
Score Prediction: Golden Knights 4, Blackhawks 2.
