Florida Panthers vs. Chicago Blackhawks 11/21/24 – The stage is set for what promises to be an exciting NHL regular season contest when the Florida Panthers (12-6-1), who have had a positive rear beginning, travel to the United Center to face the downtrodden Chicago Blackhawks (6-12-1). With the game set for Thursday and a puck drop time of 8:30 PM ET, a tense feeling will be in the air as supporters prepare to see this wonderful confrontation.
Florida Panthers vs. Chicago Blackhawks 11/21/24
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 8:30 PM ET
Where: United Center, Chicago
TV: ESP+
Stream: NHL.TV
Florida Panthers vs. Chicago Blackhawks 11/21/24 Betting Odds:
| Team | PUCKLINE | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panthers | -1.5 (+105) | 6 over (-108) | -196 |  |
| Blackhawks | +1.5 (-125) | 6 under (-108) | +157 | |
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The betting odds favor the Florida Panthers heavily, with a moneyline of -196 suggesting a strong confidence in their ability to secure a win. The spread at -1.5 for the Panthers at +105 also indicates expectations for a relatively comfortable win by at least 2 goals. The total is set at 6, with both over and under bets placed at -108, signaling anticipation of a closely matched goal tally.
Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky vs. Goaltender Petr Mrazek
Despite having a save percentage of 0.893 across 14 games which can be considered low moderation Sergei Bobrovsky has managed to win 9 games for the Panthers. His experience as well as his composure and posture in the net will be important as he prepares to go up against a Blackhawks side that is known to take large numbers of shots.
For Chicago, Petr Mrazek will keep the goal. His numbers for this season are quite decent: a .906 save percentage and 2.79 goals against average, which are in stark contrast to the other players on the team. This game will depend on Mrazek’s work in trying to fend off Florida’s relentless team of forwards and shooters.
The who is playing goal as the other team is very vital to the outcome. Bobrovsky’s slightly lower stats against Mrazek’s more consistent metrics ease the competitiveness. Power play situations may become critical and the winner may be determined by which goalie is able to perform better at the right time.
Florida Panthers Team Analysis: Powering Through
Sam Reinhart’s 29 points in 19 games clearly demonstrate more than adequate offensive production and make him one of the key components of Florida’s scoring machine. They also display a great ability to score goals as evidenced by their excellent goal statistics and winning streak with their power play opportunities as well as generalized aggressive regular play. It appears their tactics are centered around fast counters and forward movement, which may come in handy against a weak defensively Black Hawks team.
Chicago Blackhawks Team Analysis: Searching for Consistency
Despite a shaky start and a recent loss to the Vancouver Canucks and Anaheim, the Chicago Blackhawks have seen promise in Connor Bedard and Ryan Donato’s offensive contributions. To counter the Florida Panthers’ strong attack, they need to tighten their defense and enhance their power play execution. Seth Jones, as a key defender, will be crucial in strengthening their defensive strategies and supporting offensive transitions.
Trends
Florida Panthers Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Florida’s last 17 games.
Florida are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games.
Florida are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games against Chicago.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Florida’s last 8 games on the road.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Florida’s last 5 games when playing on the road against Chicago.
Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Chicago’s last 7 games.
Chicago are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Chicago’s last 8 games against Florida.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chicago’s last 5 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chicago’s last 5 games when playing at home against Florida.
Florida Panthers vs. Chicago Blackhawks Betting Prediction
Looking at the performances and trends of both teams, it looks as the Panthers are set to walk away with another win. Their better offense and more or less consistent goaltending is an advantage over the Blackhawks. Nonetheless, owing to the recent wins while being the underdogs, there is a good chance they may cover the spread making the +1.5 for Chicago a good bet.
A more prudent strategy would be to wager on the Panthers on the money line, which is a less risky bet. On the other hand, for more daring punters, the over on total goals may be their preference as they expect another goal fest. Proposition bets relating to individual player performance, particularly Reinhart and Bedard, may offer value for money given their forms.
Score Prediction: Panthers 4, Blackhawks 3.
