The Chicago Blackhawks (4-7-1) travel to face off against the Anaheim Ducks (4-4-2) on Sunday, November 3rd. This game will be played at Honda Center in Anaheim and televised on ESPN+. The Blackhawks are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Ducks are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Penguins. Puck drop is set for 8:00 ET.

Blackhawks vs Ducks

The Chicago Blackhawks Are Coming Off A Win

Chicago improved to 4-7-1 with a 4-3 shootout win over the Kings. The Blackhawks trailed 3-0 before rallying to tie the game with just 31 seconds left in regulation. As underdogs, Chicago covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.

Three different players scored for Chicago in the comeback, and they added 3 more goals in the shootout. Nick Foligno started the scoring for the Blackhawks at 16:34 in the third period.

The Anaheim Ducks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Anaheim fell to 4-4-2 after a 2-1 loss to the Penguins. The Ducks led 1-0 after the first period, but Pittsburgh tied it in the third and won it in OT. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3. As underdogs on the puck line, the Ducks didn’t cover.

Alex Killorn scored for Anaheim at 15:50 in the first period. The Ducks’ defense held until 1:47 into the third when Sidney Crosby tied it. Crosby scored again in overtime to seal the win for Pittsburgh.

Chicago Offense Breakdown

Chicago’s offense was held scoreless until the third period, when Nick Foligno netted his fourth goal of the season. Craig Smith followed with his fourth, and Tyler Bertuzzi tied the game with just 31 seconds left, also scoring his fourth of the year.

After 12 giveaways, the Blackhawks converted all three of their shootout attempts. They took 21 shots on goal and picked up 5 assists.

Ducks Offense Breakdown

In their recent game against the Penguins, the Ducks managed just one goal, which came early in the first period. Alex Killorn scored his second goal of the season, with Trevor Zegras picking up his second assist and Cutter Gauthier his fourth.

Anaheim took 23 shots on goal but failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. The Ducks recorded 23 giveaways in the game.

Chicago Team Defense

Defensively, the Blackhawks will look to improve after allowing the first two goals in their previous game against the Kings, and another late in the 3rd period. Petr Mrazek made 37 saves with a 92.5% save percentage, while the defense had 3 takeaways and 25 hits. Chicago also took 11 penalty minutes, with the Kings scoring a power-play goal just 3:57 into the 1st period.

Anaheim Team Defense

Defensively, the Ducks will look to bounce back after giving up the tying goal just 1:47 into the 3rd period and the game-winner at 2:35 of overtime. Lukas Dostal made 43 saves, finishing with a 95.6% save percentage. Anaheim’s defense also recorded 7 takeaways and 27 hits.

Blackhawks vs Ducks Trends

• Through their last five road games, Chicago has an puck line record of just 2-3. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 2 goals per game.
• In their last three home games, Anaheim has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
• Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Ducks have a strong record vs the puck line going 3-2. Their straight up mark in these contests is 1-4.
• Through their previous three contests as the betting favorite, the Blackhawks have a strong record of 2-1. Their record vs the puck line in these matchups is 1-2.

Blackhawks vs Ducks Prediction

When it comes to a moneyline wager, I’m going with the Ducks to defeat the Blackhawks while playing at home. Given the current moneyline odds at -130, I’m placing a wager on the Ducks to win outright.

If you’re looking for my recommendation on the puck line, I suggest taking the Blackhawks to cover. Even if the Ducks manage to win outright, this game is expected to remain competitive, and the Blackhawks should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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