Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Oct 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Kings vs Blackhawks

The Los Angeles Kings go up against the Chicago Blackhawks in this NHL matchup at United Center, with face-off scheduled for 18:00 on Sunday, October 26. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

Over 5.5 could be on the menu when the Kings and the Blackhawks meet on the rink. We’re more than happy to back this prediction at odds of -130.

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Los Angeles Kings were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 5-4 (SO) loss against Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Adrian Kempe was one of four different players on the scoresheet.

Chicago Blackhawks made it back-to-back wins in their last game. It was a 3-2 road triumph at Benchmark International Arena when meeting Tampa Bay Lightning. Ryan Donato recorded two goals and Frank Nazar scored the other. Goalie Spencer Knight made a total of 29 saves (.935).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Kings won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 3-1 victory was registered against the Hawks at United Center. The past 10 games between the teams have seen the Kings win seven times.

Starting Goalies

Anton Forsberg (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	5-4-3	2.7	.901	1
23/24	15-12-0	3.21	.890	2

Arvid Soderblom (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	3-6-1	3.9	.876	0
23/24	5-22-1	3.92	.879	0

3 wins, 4 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 29.7 shots on goal, with a 18.8% powerplay efficiency. The Kings have been giving up 3.6 goals from 28.0 shots, averaging 4.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 70.0%.

Adrian Kempe is the top points scorer with 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists, with Kevin Fiala racking up 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Darcy Kuemper have a 3.13 goal against average with a .876 save percentage.

The Hawks have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.2 goals from 23.7 shots on goal, with a 19.1% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.5 goals from 30.6 shots, averaging 5.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.3%.

The top points scorer is Frank Nazar with 12 points, 6 goals and 6 assists, while Connor Bedard is next best after registering 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 2.11 GAA with a .934 SV%.

Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction & Picks

Make the most of Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.

Game Prediction

Our confident pick is that the teams will combine to go over the total goals line. The -130 that this outcome happens looks really attractive for this NHL encounter.

We’re always on top of team news and when combined with recent form, it helps us uncover the best value. Our NHL handicappers also take a data-led approach, using key stats to back every pick.

Key Kings vs Blackhawks stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Kings games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Kings games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Blackhawks games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

According to the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 56.5% likelihood of our pick landing a return. After careful examination, our analysts have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this hockey bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adrian Kempe To Score +165

Adrian Kempe (Kings) has scored in 5 straight road games. Based on the stats, we think that odds of +165 are really appealing when it comes to betting on Anytime Goalscorer.

Correct Score Prediction

Kings 3 - 5 Blackhawks

The Blackhawks are available to back at +2900 to secure a 5-3 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Kings

Blackhawks

1-0

Kings

+4500

Blackhawks

+5000

2-0

Kings

+4000

Blackhawks

+5000

2-1

Kings

+1200

Blackhawks

+1500

3-0

Kings

+2500

Blackhawks

+4000

3-1

Kings

+1500

Blackhawks

+2200

3-2

Kings

+800

Blackhawks

+950

4-0

Kings

+2900

Blackhawks

+5500

4-1

Kings

+1200

Blackhawks

+2000

4-2

Kings

+1300

Blackhawks

+1900

4-3

Kings

+1000

Blackhawks

+1200

5-0

Kings

+5000

Blackhawks

+10000

5-1

Kings

+1900

Blackhawks

+3500

5-2

Kings

+1400

Blackhawks

+2400

5-3

Kings

+2200

Blackhawks

+2900

5-4

Kings

+2000

Blackhawks

+2400

6-0

Kings

+7500

Blackhawks

+13000

6-1

Kings

+4000

Blackhawks

+9000

6-2

Kings

+2500

Blackhawks

+5000

6-3

Kings

+2500

Blackhawks

+4000

6-4

Kings

+4500

Blackhawks

+6000

6-5

Kings

+5000

Blackhawks

+6000

7-1

Kings

+7000

Blackhawks

+13000

7-2

Kings

+6000

Blackhawks

+12500

7-3

Kings

+5000

Blackhawks

+8000

7-4

Kings

+6000

Blackhawks

+9000

7-5

Kings

+11000

Blackhawks

+13000

7-6

Kings

+12500

Blackhawks

+13000

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Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The sportsbooks have Los Angeles Kings at -156 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 61% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. The market suggests that Chicago Blackhawks are least likely to win at +130.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular hockey wagers. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 6.5 at +106.

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Moneyline

Kings

-156

Blackhawks

+130

3-Way Moneyline

Kings

-108

Tie

+330

Blackhawks

+230

Puck Line

Kings -1.5

+152

Blackhawks +1.5

-189

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-130

Over 6.5

+106

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Los Angeles Kings Stats

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have not covered the -1.5 puck line in any of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have not covered the -1.5 puck line in any of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.90 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 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.70 pts and allowed 4.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.2
• Blocks: 17.1
• Faceoff Wins : 30.4
• Hits: 24.1
• Giveaways: 20.6
• Takeaways: 5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 30.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 8.5
• Blocks: 17.7
• Faceoff Wins : 31.1
• Hits: 25.9
• Giveaways: 17
• Takeaways: 4.4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 23.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 12.2
• Blocks: 11
• Faceoff Wins : 25
• Hits: 20.8
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 25.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10.2
• Blocks: 10.5
• Faceoff Wins : 24.2
• Hits: 20.2
• Giveaways: 17.6
• Takeaways: 4.6

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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