Chicago Blackhawks vs Dallas Stars Picks and Predictions November 27th 2024

Chicago Blackhawks vs Dallas Stars November 27th 2024

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Stars and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The Stars are favored by -1.5 in this Central division showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 6 goals.

Dallas vs. Chicago Key Information

• Teams: Stars at Blackhawks
• Where: United Center Chicago
• Date: Wednesday, November 27th
• Betting Odds DAL -246 | CHI +204 O/U 6

The Stars Can Win If…

With a 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars’ record now stands at 13-7-0. Dallas was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.

After falling behind 2-0, the Stars tied it up with two goals in the second period. However, the Panthers pulled ahead in the third and sealed the win with an empty-net goal.

Dallas took 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Florida. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season on a power play, while Matt Duchene added his seventh goal. Duchene also picked up his 8th assist on Dadonov’s goal.

The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before getting on the board at 8:38 in the second. Dallas recorded 32 giveaways in the game.

Dallas’ defense gave up the first two goals of the game, then two more in the 3rd period, including an empty-netter with 1:00 remaining. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage.

• Through their last three games, the Stars have a record of 2-1. In terms of betting, the team went 2-1 puck line in these matchups. Their over/under record in these matchups is 2-1.
• The Stars have gone 6-4 over their last ten regular season games. Their record vs the puck line sits at 5-5 in these matchups, while posting a 4-6 over-under mark.

The Blackhawks Can Win If…

With a 4-2 win over the Ducks, the Blackhawks improved their record to 7-12-2. Chicago entered the game as underdogs on the puck line but covered with the victory. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.

Four different players scored for the Blackhawks, who held a 4-1 lead until the Ducks added a late goal with just 4 seconds left. Isaak Phillips got things started for Chicago, finding the net at 7:03 in the first period.

Chicago’s offense found the net four times against Anaheim, with each goal coming from a different player. Ryan Donato’s 7th goal of the season came with 2:17 left in the game, while Seth Jones added his second goal during a power play in the second period. Teuvo Teravainen scored his 4th goal, also on a power play, and Isaak Phillips kicked things off with his first goal of the season.

The Blackhawks fired 29 shots on goal and recorded 12 giveaways. Connor Bedard picked up two assists, bringing his season total to 9. Taylor Hall added another assist, now with 4 on the year.

Defensively, Arvid Söderblom made 38 saves with a 95% save percentage, securing the win for the Blackhawks. Chicago’s defense also contributed 6 takeaways and 5 hits. The Blackhawks allowed two goals, both coming in the 3rd period, with the last one at 19:56.

• The Blackhawks have gone 1-2 over their last three regular season games. Across this span, their puck line record sits at 2-1 to go along with an over-under mark of 0-3.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Blackhawks have gone 4-6 straight up. In these matchups, they ended with an puck line record of 5-5 and an over-under mark of 1-9.

The Lean

When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Blackhawks to come out with a win against the Stars while playing at home. Considering the moneyline odds at +204, I’m placing my bet on the Blackhawks to win outright.

If you’re looking to get a bet down on this matchup, we foresee the Blackhawks winning the underdog. However, if you’re not as confident in the Blackhawks straight-up, we’d still recommend placing a bet on them to cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

Daily NHL Picks & Predictions

Stars and Blackhawks Strive to Overcome Lead-Holding Challenges

The Dallas Stars and Chicago Blackhawks have recently faced significant struggles in protecting leads, a crucial aspect of any hockey team’s success. Both teams aim to address these shortcomings as they prepare to clash on Wednesday evening in Chicago.

Dallas Stars: Recent Struggles and Key Focus Areas

The Stars are reeling from a 6-4 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday. Despite leading 3-1 after two periods, Dallas unraveled in the third, conceding three goals in the first 8:09 and two more in the final minutes. This performance underscored their difficulty in maintaining composure under pressure.

As Stars forward Jamie Benn put it, “The next one’s always big after a loss. Obviously, we want to end this road trip with a win.”

Special Teams Under Fire

A glaring issue for Dallas has been the decline of their special teams:

• Power Play Performance: The team has converted just 1 of their last 15 opportunities, sinking to 25th in the NHL with a 16.1% efficiency. Last season, their power play ranked sixth at 24.2%, a dramatic drop that has negatively impacted their game.
• Penalty Kill Concerns: In their recent matchup against Carolina, the Stars allowed two power-play goals and even a short-handed goal. Coach Pete DeBoer didn’t hold back in his criticism, stating, “The special teams were a disaster… You’re not going to win if your special teams look like that.”

Forward Tyler Seguin highlighted a need for simpler, more effective strategies: “It starts with breakouts. More pucks to the net, for sure.”

Home vs. Road Dynamics

The Stars’ inconsistency on the road (5-5-0) contrasts sharply with their strong home record (8-2-0). Benn acknowledged the importance of their power play in securing road victories: “We’ve got to go out and execute. The power play can make a big difference on the road.”

Chicago Blackhawks: Learning to Close Games

The Blackhawks also fell victim to their inability to hold a lead in their last outing, a 3-2 overtime loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. After leading 2-0 heading into the third period, Chicago allowed the Flyers to tie the game and scored just 1:06 into overtime.

The Blackhawks’ record of 6-1-2 when leading after two periods underscores a recurring issue with closing games.

The Importance of Confidence

Veteran defenseman Alec Martinez, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, emphasized that experience breeds confidence:
“If you have experience where you’ve held those leads and been successful, then you fall back on that,” Martinez explained. “There’s a knowing that, ‘We’re going to get this job done.’ It’s a process. Every team goes through it.”

However, Martinez also warned against excessive caution, stating, “You’ve got to keep attacking. If you just sit back and allow them to enter the zone, you increase the sample size. You give them more zone time, and the odds are further stacked against you.”

Balancing Tactics with Energy Management

Coach Luke Richardson echoed Martinez’s sentiments, emphasizing the need for effective puck management to reduce defensive fatigue:
“Eventually, it’s too much, and it wears out all your good energy playing defense rather than creating offense, which is part of our problem offensively,” Richardson explained.

Wednesday Matchup: A Chance for Redemption

As these two teams face off, both will look to implement lessons from their recent setbacks:

• Dallas Stars: Sharpening their special teams and translating their home success to the road could make the difference.
• Chicago Blackhawks: Enhancing puck management, building confidence, and maintaining aggression will be key to protecting late-game leads.

For the Stars, a victory could set the tone for a packed December schedule featuring nine home games. For the Blackhawks, the game represents an opportunity to show resilience and growth against a challenging opponent.

What’s at Stake?

This matchup isn’t just about points in the standings; it’s about developing the discipline, tactics, and confidence to succeed in close games. Both teams will need to find answers to their respective challenges to start building momentum as the season progresses.