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Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken Betting Preview
The Seattle Kraken host the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday night at Climate Pledge Arena. Puck drop is set for 10:00 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Both teams enter following overtime losses and need a full two points to keep pace early in the Western Conference race.
Chicago has dropped three of its past four (1-2-1), including Saturday’s 3-2 OT loss at Edmonton. Rookie star Connor Bedard extended his point streak to four games, while Andre Burakovsky and Tyler Bertuzzi provided the offense. Goalie Spencer Knight made 27 saves and continues to give the Hawks a chance most nights.
Seattle also fell 3-2 in overtime to the Rangers, despite Chandler Stephenson’s goal and assist. The Kraken are 2-0-2 over their past four and remain one of the few teams unbeaten in regulation at home. First-year coach Lane Lambert emphasized the need for more shooting volume as his club managed only 13 shots on goal last outing.
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Line Movement and Odds
The Kraken opened around -150 on the moneyline, with Chicago near +130. As of Monday morning, the market shows Seattle -157 and Chicago +132, according to the live NHL odds. The total has held steady at 6.0 goals, slightly shaded to the Over (-102).
Early action has leaned toward Seattle, but sharper money has hit Chicago’s side, tightening the puckline value. Bettors expect a competitive, low-event game similar to each club’s recent outings.
Matchup Breakdown
Chicago Outlook:
The Blackhawks are quietly middle-of-the-pack offensively, ranking top 10 in goals and eighth on the power play. Bedard leads the team with 15 points in 12 games. Knight’s .915 save percentage has been a stabilizing factor behind an improving blue line. The challenge remains finishing tight games, with three OT losses already.
Seattle Outlook:
The Kraken’s home record (4-0-2) is built on structure and defensive discipline. Joey Daccord (.911 SV%) anchors a group that ranks among the league’s best in blocked shots. Offensively, Jaden Schwartz and Jordan Eberle support Stephenson, while Matty Beniers continues to drive the top line. Seattle’s offensive pace, however, remains below league average.
Expect a tactical game where possession and special teams dictate the result. Chicago’s speed off the rush meets Seattle’s zone pressure and forecheck depth.
Injuries and Conditions
Chicago Blackhawks
- Laurent Brossoit (G) – Out, hip
- Jason Dickinson (C) – Questionable, undisclosed
- Shea Weber (D) – Out, lower body
Full list: Chicago Blackhawks injury report
Seattle Kraken
- Ryker Evans (D) – Out, upper body
- Frederick Gaudreau (C) – Out, upper body
- Jared McCann (LW) – Out, lower body
Full list: Seattle Kraken injury report
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Best Bets and Prediction
Seattle remains strong at home but lacks closing punch. Chicago has covered in six of its past ten and continues to play opponents tight. Expect another close contest with late-game volatility.
ATS Trend:
- Chicago 6-2 on the puckline in last 10
- Seattle 1-4 to the Over this season
Projected Score: Kraken 4, Blackhawks 3
Best Bet: Over 6 (-102)
Secondary Lean: Blackhawks +1.5 (-170)
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