Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken Prediction, Picks & Odds | 04 Apr 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Blackhawks vs Kraken

The Chicago Blackhawks go up against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena, with face-off scheduled for 22:00 on Saturday, April 4.

There’s an attractive -110 that the Kraken are able to beat the Blackhawks in regulation time. This wager can be secured on the 3-Way Moneyline and we’re confident that it can happen.

Chicago Blackhawks have been defeated in their previous five games. On the road, they recently suffered a 3-1 loss against Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Nick Lardis was the only player to find the net, with Spencer Knight stopping 31 shots (.969).

Seattle Kraken were beaten 6-2 at Climate Pledge Arena in their last game. This loss at home to Utah Mammoth was their third straight defeat. Jordan Eberle and Bobby McMann scored one goal each.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Kraken beat the Hawks when the teams last met. It was a 3-2 scoreline at United Center. The Kraken have triumphed in their previous three meetings against the Hawks. On the head-to-head front, it has been 8 wins out of 10.

Starting Goalies

Arvid Soderblom (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-13-3	3.8	.880	1
23/24	5-22-1	3.92	.879	0

Philipp Grubauer (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-12-4	2.7	.909	0
23/24	14-16-2	2.85	.899	2

2 wins, 5 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.1 goals from 24.9 shots on goal, with a 3.0% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have given up 3.8 goals from 37.7 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 78.8%.

Connor Bedard is the top points scorer with 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists, with Frank Nazar recording 6 points, 4 goals and 2 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 3.17 goal against average with a .907 save percentage.

The Kraken have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.8 goals from 25.4 shots on goal, with a 9.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.6 goals from 28.9 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.4%.

The top points scorer is Bobby McMann with 12 points, 8 goals and 4 assists, while Kaapo Kakko is next best after registering 11 points, 3 goals and 8 assists. Goalie Philipp Grubauer have a 2.74 GAA with a .907 SV%.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken Prediction & Picks

Join us as we dissect the best Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken betting tips — from our expert match prediction and correct score advice to top player prop insights and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

We are having a wager on Seattle Kraken in this NHL clash and they could prove too strong. You can back our pick at -110 on the 60-minute line and we think this offers good value.

Recent form is always part of the equation and we combine it with team news as soon as it’s available. To deliver expert hockey picks, our handicappers also analyze the latest NHL stats to ensure we’re working with the best information possible.

Key Blackhawks vs Kraken stats:

• Blackhawks have lost their last 5 games.
• Blackhawks have lost 8 of their last 10 games.
• Blackhawks have lost 15 of their last 20 games.
• Kraken have won the last 3 games between these teams.

Kraken 3-Way Moneyline Probability

If you go by the top NHL betting sites, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. In the opinion of our cappers, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Matty Beniers Over 1.5 Shots -175

Matty Beniers (Kraken) has fired Over 1.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games. There is odds of -175 available when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager and we think he’ll cover the line.

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackhawks 2 - 5 Kraken

An exciting bet could be a 5-2 victory in favor of the Kraken at odds of +1400. A correct score wager provides a fun alternative and a nice potential return on the cards.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blackhawks

Kraken

1-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+5000

2-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+4500

2-1

Blackhawks

+1600

Kraken

+1400

3-0

Blackhawks

+4000

Kraken

+2800

3-1

Blackhawks

+2200

Kraken

+1600

3-2

Blackhawks

+950

Kraken

+800

4-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+3000

4-1

Blackhawks

+2200

Kraken

+1300

4-2

Blackhawks

+1900

Kraken

+1400

4-3

Blackhawks

+1150

Kraken

+950

5-0

Blackhawks

+10000

Kraken

+5000

5-1

Blackhawks

+4000

Kraken

+1900

5-2

Blackhawks

+2200

Kraken

+1400

5-3

Blackhawks

+2800

Kraken

+2000

5-4

Blackhawks

+2200

Kraken

+1900

6-0

Blackhawks

+2200

Kraken

+7500

6-1

Blackhawks

+9000

Kraken

+4000

6-2

Blackhawks

+4500

Kraken

+2400

6-3

Blackhawks

+4000

Kraken

+2500

6-4

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+4500

6-5

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+4500

7-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+11000

7-1

Blackhawks

+5500

Kraken

+7000

7-2

Blackhawks

+12000

Kraken

+6000

7-3

Blackhawks

+8000

Kraken

+4500

7-4

Blackhawks

+8000

Kraken

+5500

7-5

Blackhawks

+12000

Kraken

+10000

7-6

Blackhawks

+12500

Kraken

+11000

8-1

Blackhawks

+12500

Kraken

+11000

8-2

Blackhawks

+12500

Kraken

+10000

8-3

Blackhawks

+12500

Kraken

+11000

8-4

Blackhawks

+15000

Kraken

+10000

8-5

Blackhawks

+15000

Kraken

+13000

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Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken 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.

Seattle Kraken have the shortest price to win this game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 64% probability due to their -179 Moneyline betting odds. Chicago Blackhawks are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +146.

The puck line stands at 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. The Over 5.5 selection is available to back at -143.

National Hockey League fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide range of team props and game lines which are available for every matchup on the coupon. Head to the top betting apps and find the best value wagers.

Moneyline

Blackhawks

+146

Kraken

-179

3-Way Moneyline

Blackhawks

+230

Tie

+340

Kraken

-109

Puck Line

Blackhawks +1.5

-172

Kraken -1.5

+140

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+116

Over 5.5

-143

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Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Seattle Kraken Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 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 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 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 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.10 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.00 pts and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.1
• Shots: 24.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 7.3
• Blocks: 12
• Faceoff Wins : 23.1
• Hits: 14.2
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 23.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.1
• Blocks: 11.8
• Faceoff Wins : 25.2
• Hits: 13.7
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.2

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 25.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 7.7
• Blocks: 11.3
• Faceoff Wins : 24.5
• Hits: 17.4
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 4.8

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 26.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.8
• Blocks: 10.1
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 21.4
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 5

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