On Thursday, October 17 at 8:30 PM ET, the Chicago Blackhawks are set to square off against the San Jose Sharks at United Center. For best bets, picks, and projections for this matchup, continue reading.

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Blackhawks vs. Sharks Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6 (model projecting 5.3 goals)

• Chicago’s games last season finished above this matchup’s total of 6 goals 42 times.
• San Jose’s games last season had over 6 goals 43 of 82 times.
• These teams averaged 4.4 goals per game combined, 1.6 less than this one’s total.
• These two teams allowed 7.5 goals per game combined, 1.5 more than the over/under for this game.
• The Blackhawks were 32nd in goals scored in the league, and the Sharks were 31st.
• The Sharks were 32nd in the league in goals conceded, and the Blackhawks were 29th.

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Moneyline Pick

Blackhawks Moneyline: -166

• The Blackhawks compiled a 4-1 record when listed as a moneyline favorite last season.
• Chicago was a moneyline favorite of -166 or shorter in only one game last season, and won.
• Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Blackhawks’ implied win probability is 62.4%.

Sharks Moneyline: +140

• The Sharks were an underdog 82 times last season, and upset their opponent 19 times.
• San Jose had 74 games last season as an underdog by +140 or longer, and went 17-57.
• The moneyline in this matchup implies a 41.7% chance for the Sharks to win.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Chicago 4, San Jose 2

Blackhawks Points Leaders (2023-24)

• One of Chicago’s top offensive options a season ago was Connor Bedard, who registered 61 points in 68 games.
• With 18 goals and 36 assists, Philipp Kurashev was one of the most important contributors for Chicago last season (54 points, 0.7 per game).
• With 53 points in 76 games last season (25 goals and 28 assists), Teuvo Teravainen was an important part of Chicago’s offense.
• As Chicago’s top goalkeeper last season, Petr Mrazek tallied 18 wins and 31 losses while allowing 160 goals against 1564 saves.

Sharks Points Leaders (2023-24)

• San Jose’s Mikael Granlund collected 48 assists and 12 goals in 69 games last season, for 60 points.
• Tyler Toffoli was crucial for San Jose’s attack with 55 total points (0.7 per game), including 33 goals and 22 assists in 79 games.
• William Eklund had 16 goals and 29 assists, for a season point total of 45.
• Mackenzie Blackwood had an .899 save percentage (41st in the league) last season, allowing 140 goals (3.4 goals against average). He put together a 10-25-4 record between the pipes for San Jose.

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Chicago vs. San Jose Game Info

• Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
• Time: 8:30 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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• Location: Chicago, Illinois
• Venue: United Center

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