Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks in NHL Odds
The Chicago Blackhawks will try to be nasty hosts on Thursday when the Edmonton Oilers pay a visit to United Center.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Chicago Blackhawks were listed earlier today as -195 moneyline favorites at most sportsbooks tracked by Odds Shark (including Sportsbook), while odds makers set the Sportsbook betting total around 5.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 2.9-2.7 win for the Blackhawks on Thursday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Chicago will face the 14-16-2 Oilers. In totals betting, the Blackhawks are 11-15-6 in over under betting so far this season while the Edmonton Oilers are 18-12-2. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Chicago vs Edmonton injuries news.
The Chicago Blackhawks sit at No. 3 in the current NHL power poll here at Odds Shark, while the Edmonton Oilers sit at a No. 7 on the same chart.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Chicago's No. 14-ranked offense, averaging 2.66 goals per game, against a Oilers defense that ranks No. 25 at 3 goals allowed. The Blackhawks power play is averaging 23.71% while the Oilers defense kills off 80.43% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Oilers were a 4-2 loser in their most recent outing on the road against the Rangers. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got New York at -225 on the moneyline, while the total score (6) was good news for OVER bettors.
The Blackhawks were a 3-0 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Avalanche. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Colorado at +174 on the moneyline, while the total score (3) was good news for OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Edmonton at Colorado, Saturday, December 19th
Chicago at Buffalo, Saturday, December 19th