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Expected score: Chicago Wolves 3-2 Texas Stars
Chicago Wolves host Texas Stars in an AHL matchup on November 1st, 2026. The Wolves sit fourth in the standings with 9 points from 12 games, while the Stars occupy seventh place with 6 points from 8 games. This is a chance for Chicago to extend their recent hot streak against a visiting side struggling to find consistency.
Team form
Chicago Wolves
Chicago has won three of their last five games, including back-to-back victories over Manitoba and Milwaukee in late October. The Wolves put up 6 goals against Moose and 4 against the Admirals, showing real attacking intent. They've scored 15 goals across those five matches but conceded 18, so defensive solidity remains a work in progress. Still, the recent wins suggest momentum is building.
Texas Stars
Texas has managed just one win in their last five outings—a 5-2 home victory over Ontario on October 25th. Beyond that single success, the picture is bleak: three losses to Ontario, Manitoba and Hershey in that stretch. The Stars have conceded 22 goals in five games, an average of 4.4 per match, which is a genuine concern. They're leaking chances at an alarming rate.
Head-to-head
There is no head-to-head history between these teams in the available record, so both sides approach this as a fresh encounter with no prior tactical blueprint to lean on.
Key factors
Chicago's recent form gives them a clear edge. The Wolves have won three of five and are creating opportunities consistently, even if their defence has been porous at times. Texas, by contrast, is in freefall defensively and has won just once in their last five games. The Stars' 4.4 goals conceded per game over that span is unsustainable and suggests they will struggle to contain the Wolves' attack. Chicago's ability to score—3.0 per game recently—should find space against a leaky Texas defence. The home-ice advantage also matters in the AHL; teams typically perform better in front of their own crowd.
Prediction
Chicago enters as the favourite. They have superior recent form, a better league position, and face an opponent in genuine defensive distress. The Wolves' attacking output over their last three wins demonstrates they can put the puck in the net, and Texas's defensive vulnerabilities make them a vulnerable target. While Chicago's own defence has room for improvement, the Stars' inability to score consistently—2.8 per game lately—means the Wolves should be able to weather any pressure and come out on top. The expected goal balance favours the home side, reflecting their attacking advantage.
Back Chicago Wolves to win. They are the favourite and should have too much firepower for a Texas side that has lost its way defensively. Expect an open game with chances at both ends, but the Wolves' recent momentum and home advantage should see them through.
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| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 14 | |
| 2 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 12 | |
| 3 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 11 | |
| 4 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 9 | |
| 5 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 9 | |
| 6 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 9 | |
| 7 | 10 | 3 | 6 | 8 | |
| 1 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 16 | |
| 2 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 16 | |
| 3 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 14 | |
| 4 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 11 | |
| 5 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 8 | |
| 6 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 6 | |
| 7 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 6 | |
| 1 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 16 | |
| 2 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 15 | |
| 3 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 13 | |
| 4 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 12 | |
| 5 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 12 | |
| 6 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 11 | |
| 7 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 10 | |
| 8 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 10 | |
| 9 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 6 | |
| 10 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 6 | |
| 1 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 16 | |
| 2 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 13 | |
| 3 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 12 | |
| 4 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 11 | |
| 5 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 11 | |
| 6 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |
| 7 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 10 | |
| 8 | 11 | 2 | 7 | 7 |
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