Match Analysis: Utah Hockey Club vs Chicago Blackhawks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: February 25, 2025
- Time: 2:00 AM UTC
- Location: Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah
Game Overview
The Utah Hockey Club hosts the Chicago Blackhawks in a matchup where Utah seeks to capitalize on Chicago's recent struggles. Utah has a better overall record and has shown stronger defensive performances lately, while Chicago has struggled with scoring and defense.
Key Factors to Consider
- Utah Hockey Club has a 25-24-9 record, averaging 2.79 goals per game and allowing 3 goals per game. Chicago Blackhawks have a 17-33-7 record, averaging 2.65 goals per game and allowing 3.49 goals per game.
- In their previous matchup this season, Utah won 5-2 against Chicago. This trend suggests Utah might have an advantage.
- No specific injury reports are mentioned for either team in the available data.
- The recent 4-Nations Face Off break did not seem to benefit Chicago, as they lost their two games after the break by a significant margin.
- Utah is motivated to secure a win to improve their standings, while Chicago seeks to break their losing streak.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Utah Hockey Club: -250, Chicago Blackhawks: 202 | Utah Hockey Club | β β β β β 70% |
Spread | Utah Hockey Club: -1.5 106, Chicago Blackhawks: 1.5 -130 | Utah Hockey Club | β β β ββ 55% |
Over_under | Over: 5.5 -142, Under: 5.5 116 | Over | β β β ββ 60% |
Predicted Outcome
Utah Hockey Club is likely to win due to their stronger recent performance and home advantage.
Predicted Score: Utah Hockey Club 4, Chicago Blackhawks 2