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Expected score: Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 Los Angeles Kings
Chicago Blackhawks host Los Angeles Kings in an NHL matchup between two struggling sides, both sitting at 6 points after 9–10 games played. The Blackhawks enter at 15th in the standings with a 2–7 record, while the Kings rank 14th at 1–5. Neither team has established consistency early in the 2026 season, making this a contest between two outfits searching for traction.
Team form
Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago's recent record reads 2–3 over their last five games, with wins against Pittsburgh (5–3) and St. Louis (4–2) offset by defeats to Dallas (0–4), Carolina (2–5), and New York Islanders (1–4). The Blackhawks have conceded 3.6 goals per game across this stretch, a concerning defensive trend that has undermined their offensive contributions of 2.4 per game. Their sole home victory in this run came against Pittsburgh; they have lost three of their last four at home.
Los Angeles Kings
Los Angeles arrives with a 1–4 record in their last five, featuring only one win—a 5–2 road victory over Washington on 20 October. Beyond that outlier, the Kings have managed just 1 goal in each of three separate losses to Boston, Edmonton, and Florida. Their defensive vulnerabilities are acute: they have surrendered 4.0 goals per game over this period, the worst rate between the two teams. A 4–8 loss to Colorado on 1 October exemplifies their current fragility.
Head-to-head
No head-to-head record is available between these teams in recent history, so this matchup offers no historical precedent to inform the analysis.
Key factors
Defensive discipline will likely determine the outcome. Chicago's 3.6 goals-against average is problematic but marginally better than Los Angeles' 4.0. The Kings' inability to sustain offensive pressure—evidenced by their 1–5 record—suggests they may struggle to generate consistent chances. Chicago's home-ice advantage, though modest given their recent performances, could prove decisive in a low-confidence contest. Los Angeles' sole recent win came on the road; their home form has been particularly weak. Both teams are shooting at 2.4 goals per game, indicating comparable offensive output, but the Blackhawks' slightly superior defensive record and home status provide a marginal edge.
Prediction
The Blackhawks are the favourite in this encounter, though the margin is narrow. Chicago's home record, despite recent struggles, outweighs Los Angeles' inability to win on the road. The Kings' defensive leakiness—conceding 4.0 per game—makes them vulnerable to Chicago's attack, even if that attack has been inconsistent. The model suggests Chicago will generate slightly more offensive pressure while containing Los Angeles' limited output. This is not a high-confidence prediction; both teams are mired in poor form and capable of disappointing.
Back Chicago Blackhawks as the favourite, though exercise caution. The Kings' defensive frailties and road struggles make them vulnerable, but Los Angeles' capacity to steal a win cannot be ruled out. Expect a moderately competitive affair with the Blackhawks holding a slight edge in execution and home advantage.
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| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 17 | |
| 2 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 17 | |
| 3 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 16 | |
| 4 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 16 | |
| 5 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 15 | |
| 6 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 13 | |
| 7 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 13 | |
| 8 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 13 | |
| 9 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 11 | |
| 10 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 11 | |
| 11 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 10 | |
| 12 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 10 | |
| 13 | 10 | 4 | 6 | 8 | |
| 14 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 6 | |
| 15 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 6 | |
| 16 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 5 | |
| 1 | 13 | 8 | 2 | 20 | |
| 2 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 19 | |
| 3 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | |
| 4 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 16 | |
| 5 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 15 | |
| 6 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 15 | |
| 7 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 14 | |
| 8 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 14 | |
| 9 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 12 | |
| 10 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 12 | |
| 11 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 12 | |
| 12 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 11 | |
| 13 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 11 | |
| 14 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 11 | |
| 15 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 9 | |
| 16 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 8 |
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