The Chicago Blackhawks (11-23-2) travel to face off against the Dallas Stars (21-9-4) on Sunday, December 31st. This game will be played at American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Stars are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Blackhawks are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Stars. Puck drop is set for 8:00 ET.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Dallas Stars

The Chicago Blackhawks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Facing the Stars, the Blackhawks have a record of 11-23-2 so far. At home, their record is 7-9-1 and 4-14-1 on the road. This record has them sitting 8th in the Western Central division and 15th in the Western conference. Chicago’s average scoring margin this season is -1.2, leading to an overall puck line record of 17-18. At their home arena, they have a scoring margin of -0.5, while on the road, it is -1.9.

After suffering a 5-4 loss on the road to the Stars, the Blackhawks are looking to bounce back today. Against the Stars, the Blackhawks scored two goals in the first period and two times in the 3rd period. Out of Chicago’s four goals, one were scored during power plays. They concluded the game with 29 shots on goal and had nine giveaways.

Although they didn’t win, Chicago did cover the puck line as the underdogs in the game. The teams surpassed the over/under line, which was set at 6 goals, with a combined total of 9 goals.

The Dallas Stars Are Coming Off A Win

For the season, the Stars currently hold an overall record of 21-9-4. On the road, Dallas has gone 10-4-3 and they are 11-5-1 at home. This record has them sitting 3rd in the Western Central division and 5th in the Western conference. Looking at Dallas’ average scoring margin, it is +.4, which has led to a puck line record of 11-23. When playing at home, their scoring margin is +.4, and on the road, it is +.5.

In their most recent game, the Stars hosted the Blackhawks and secured a 5-4 victory. Throughout the game against the Blackhawks, Stars’ offense managed to score in every single period. Of Dallas’ five goals, one came while in power play. They ended the game with 35 shots on goal and had 14 giveaways.

Despite the straight-up win, Dallas did not cover the puck line, as they were favored by -1.5. With a combined total of 9 goals, the teams exceeded the over/under line of 6 goals set for the game.

Chicago Offense Breakdown

In terms of their offensive performance, the Blackhawks are averaging 2.5 goals per game this season, putting them in the 30th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 31st in the league. The Blackhawks went 1-6 in games where they had more shots than their opponents. However, in games with fewer shots on goal, their record was 10-15.

The Blackhawks come in with an over/under record of 15-18-2. Over the course of the season, they have had 20 games failing to surpass the 6.5 goal over/under line. The average number of goals in their games is at 6.1 per game.

Dallas Offense Breakdown

In terms of their offensive performance, the Stars are averaging 3.5 goals per game this season, putting them in the 11th spot in the NHL. When it comes to shots on goal per game, they are ranked 24th in the league. In terms of the Stars’ offense during power plays, they are 20th in power play goals and 5th in shorthanded goals.

This season, the Stars have an over/under record of 21-13-0. Throughout the season, they have played 21 games that went over the 6.5 over/under line. The average number of goals in their games is 6.6 per game.

Chicago Team Defense

Defensively, the Blackhawks come into the season ranked 7th in goals allowed. Opponents are averging 32.8 shots per game against Chicago. For the season, they are ranked 20th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.

Dallas Team Defense

Defensively, the Stars are currently 22nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 30.5 shots per game against Dallas. They also are 27th in shutouts, coming in with 1 shutouts.

Blackhawks vs Stars Trends

• Through their last three road contests, the Blackhawks offense has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing an average of 6. Chicago posted an overall record of 0-3 while going 1-2 ATS.
• Across their three previous home games, Dallas has an puck line mark of 0-3. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 2 goals per game.
• Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Stars have gone 8-2 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 5-5.
• In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Blackhawks have a straight up record of 4-6 and an puck line mark of 3-7.

Blackhawks vs Stars Prediction

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Blackhawks to take down the Stars on the road. With the moneyline currently at +286, I’m placing my bet on the Blackhawks straight-up.

Our projections have the Blackhawks pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Blackhawks, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

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