Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild Prediction, Picks & Odds | 27 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Blackhawks vs Wild

The Chicago Blackhawks go up against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Tuesday, January 27.

We think the Blackhawks can keep things close against the Wild. Therefore, the -122 looks good value considering they’ve been given a +1.5 start on the puck line.

Chicago Blackhawks have won four straight road games. Most recently, they lost 5-1 at home to Florida Panthers at United Center. Tyler Bertuzzi found the net from 20 Hawks shots.

Minnesota Wild were defeated last time out. Xcel Energy Center saw them beaten at home to Florida Panthers by a 4-3 (OT) scoreline. Kirill Kaprizov, Matthew Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek scored one goal each.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Wild won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 4-3 victory was registered against the Hawks at United Center. The Wild have enjoyed four consecutive victories against the Hawks. They’ve landed 9 wins from the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Spencer Knight (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	17-19-8	2.7	.908	3

Jesper Wallstedt (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-7-6	2.8	.911	4
23/24	2-1-0	3.01	.897	1

4 wins, 5 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.2 goals from 24.2 shots on goal, with a 14.3% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have been giving up 2.9 goals from 29.2 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 94.4%.

Tyler Bertuzzi is the top points scorer with 5 points, 3 goals and 2 assists, with Oliver Moore racking up 5 points, 2 goals and 3 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 2.49 goal against average with a .914 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Wild have 4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.3 goals from 31.7 shots on goal, with a 27.5% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.9 goals from 30.1 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.1%.

The top points scorer is Kirill Kaprizov with 15 points, 4 goals and 11 assists, while Quinn Hughes is next best after registering 13 points, 1 goal and 12 assists. Goalie Filip Gustavsson have a 3.28 GAA with a .889 SV%.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild Prediction & Picks

Step into Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild with confidence, armed with our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, key player prop plays and a custom-built bet builder for maximum value.

Game Prediction

We’re opposing Minnesota Wild for this NHL clash. Take the -122 about the underdogs with a +1.5 goal start in the hope that they can keep things competitive.

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Key Blackhawks vs Wild stats:

• The +1.5 line has been covered by Blackhawks in 4 consecutive games on the road.
• The +1.5 line has been covered by Blackhawks in 13 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The +1.5 line has been covered by Blackhawks in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wild in 7 consecutive games at home.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wild in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wild in 14 of their last 20 games.

Hawks +1.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 54.9% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Vladimir Tarasenko Over 1.5 Shots -200

Vladimir Tarasenko (Wild) has recorded Over 1.5 shots on goal in 7 straight games. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Shots on Goal and you can get -200 that he goes over the line.

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackhawks 3 - 2 Wild

We’re predicting the Blackhawks to land a 3-2 victory and this is available at +1050. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blackhawks

Wild

1-0

Blackhawks

+6000

Wild

+5000

2-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Wild

+4000

2-1

Blackhawks

+1700

Wild

+1400

3-0

Blackhawks

+4500

Wild

+2400

3-1

Blackhawks

+2400

Wild

+1600

3-2

Blackhawks

+1050

Wild

+850

4-0

Blackhawks

+6000

Wild

+2500

4-1

Blackhawks

+2200

Wild

+1150

4-2

Blackhawks

+2000

Wild

+1300

4-3

Blackhawks

+1300

Wild

+1000

5-0

Blackhawks

+11000

Wild

+4000

5-1

Blackhawks

+4000

Wild

+1600

5-2

Blackhawks

+2500

Wild

+1300

5-3

Blackhawks

+3000

Wild

+2000

5-4

Blackhawks

+2500

Wild

+2000

6-0

Blackhawks

+2500

Wild

+6000

6-1

Blackhawks

+10000

Wild

+3300

6-2

Blackhawks

+5000

Wild

+2200

6-3

Blackhawks

+4500

Wild

+2400

6-4

Blackhawks

+6000

Wild

+4500

6-5

Blackhawks

+6000

Wild

+5000

7-0

Blackhawks

+6000

Wild

+9000

7-1

Blackhawks

+6000

Wild

+5500

7-2

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+5000

7-3

Blackhawks

+9000

Wild

+4000

7-4

Blackhawks

+9000

Wild

+5500

7-5

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+10000

7-6

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+12000

8-0

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+14000

8-1

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+9000

8-2

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+9000

8-3

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+10000

8-4

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+10000

8-5

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+13000

9-1

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+14000

9-2

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+14000

9-3

Blackhawks

+13000

Wild

+14000

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Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

You might not get rich backing Minnesota Wild at -204. However, the sportsbooks’ betting odds imply a 67% chance of winning this game. Chicago Blackhawks are the underdogs at +168 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 6.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 6.5 at +110.

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Moneyline

Blackhawks

+168

Wild

-204

3-Way Moneyline

Blackhawks

+265

Tie

+380

Wild

-133

Puck Line

Blackhawks +1.5

-145

Wild -1.5

+118

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-133

Over 6.5

+110

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Minnesota Wild Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.30 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.40 pts and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.20 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 24.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.9
• Blocks: 8.3
• Faceoff Wins : 23.8
• Hits: 17.7
• Giveaways: 15.6
• Takeaways: 4.9

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 24.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.9
• Blocks: 11.3
• Faceoff Wins : 23.2
• Hits: 17.4
• Giveaways: 14.9
• Takeaways: 5.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 31.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.8
• Blocks: 12
• Faceoff Wins : 21
• Hits: 18.7
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 4.8

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 31.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 6.9
• Blocks: 8.9
• Faceoff Wins : 21.9
• Hits: 17.7
• Giveaways: 15.6
• Takeaways: 4.3

Injuries & Suspensions

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