Detroit Red Wings vs Chicago Blackhawks: NHL Match Prediction
Detroit Red Wings
Chicago BlackhawksDetroit Red Wings host Chicago Blackhawks at Little Caesars Arena as both teams try to close the gap in their conferences. Detroit are twelfth with 13 points; Chicago are fifteenth in the Western Conference with 8 points from 12 games.
Detroit’s recent trajectory and lineup balance
Form, scoring profile and home-ice factors
Detroit have won three of their last five games. They beat Edmonton 4:3 away after losing 1:4 in Calgary, with wins over Vancouver, 5:2, and San Jose, 4:3, also in that stretch.
Detroit have scored and conceded in all five games. Their transition attack has remained productive, but defensive containment has been less reliable. Detroit now return home from Edmonton.
Expected personnel and availability
Marco Kasper and Mason Appleton are on injured reserve and are expected to miss roughly two more weeks. Defenseman Albert Johansson will miss the Chicago game after suffering an injury in Calgary, with no return timetable. Dylan Larkin is expected to play after a scheduled rest day.
Goaltender Daniil Tarasov has returned to the ice and appears close to availability, though his match readiness remains unconfirmed. Save percentages for the expected goaltenders are unavailable.
- Edmonton Oilersaway4:3
- Calgary Flamesaway1:4
- Vancouver Canucksaway5:2
- Seattle Krakenaway3:4
- San Jose Sharkshome4:3
Chicago’s defensive burden and short turnaround
Recent results, attack and game conditions
Chicago are 2-3 over their last five games. Their latest result was a 2:1 home win over Los Angeles after three consecutive defeats: 0:4 against Dallas, 1:4 against Montreal and 2:3 against Florida.
The Blackhawks scored in four of those five games and conceded in all five. Their season totals stand at 26 goals for and 44 against. Chicago trail conference leaders Minnesota by 12 points.
Roster questions and special teams
Defenseman Bowen Byram remains day-to-day with an upper-body injury and was still wearing a non-contact jersey at practice. Forward Andrew Mangiapane has resumed full-contact training after a lower-body injury and was expected to be healthy enough to play.
- Los Angeles Kingshome2:1
- Florida Panthershome2:3
- Montreal Canadienshome1:4
- Dallas Starshome0:4
- Winnipeg Jetshome4:3
Head-to-head pattern between the clubs
Detroit have won 12 of the 15 official meetings over the last five years; Chicago have won three, with no draws recorded. Detroit have won seven of the latest eight, including the most recent 4:0 away victory and a 2:0 home win. Across those eight games, Detroit scored 26 goals and Chicago 14, averaging 5 goals per match.
Detroit lost the 2025 home meeting 1:5, while another recent home victory finished 5:3. Those results span shutouts and higher-scoring games rather than a uniform totals pattern.
- 14.12.2025Chicago Blackhawks0:4Detroit Red WingsNHL
- 09.11.2025Detroit Red Wings1:5Chicago BlackhawksNHL
- 01.10.2025Chicago Blackhawks1:3Detroit Red WingsNHL. Preseason Matches
- 23.09.2025Detroit Red Wings3:2Chicago BlackhawksNHL. Preseason Matches
- 11.01.2025Detroit Red Wings5:3Chicago BlackhawksNHL
Team news and coaching signals
Todd McLellan praised Detroit’s response to the Calgary defeat, highlighting pressure, defensive containment, penalty killing and goaltending against Edmonton. Chicago coach Jeff Blashill has emphasized persistence, confidence and finding a way to win. No further lineup changes, injuries or suspensions are confirmed.
Our forecast
Our bet is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No за 1.41. Detroit enter the game with three wins in their last five matches and scored in all five, while Chicago scored in only four of five and managed just 26 goals in 12 league games. The visitors also failed to score against Dallas and managed one goal against Montreal, which highlights the risk of a slow attacking start against a Detroit side that conceded three goals in its 4:3 victory over Edmonton and two in its 5:2 victory over Vancouver.
Detroit’s offensive absences matter: Marco Kasper and Mason Appleton are unavailable, while Albert Johansson is also out. Dylan Larkin is expected to play, and goaltender Daniil Tarasov is close to returning. That combination points to a more controlled opening rather than a high-tempo exchange. Detroit have won 12 of 15 official meetings with Chicago over five years, including the latest meeting 4:0 and a previous home victory 2:0. The expected first-period score is 1:0.
Conclusion
Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No за 1.41 is supported by Chicago’s uneven scoring, Detroit’s head-to-head advantage and the hosts’ attacking absences. The most likely scenario is that one team leads after the opening period while the other remains scoreless.
FAQ
When does Detroit Red Wings — Chicago Blackhawks kick off?
The match starts on 29.10.2026 at 19:30 (New York), Little Caesars Arena (Detroit).
What is the prediction for Detroit Red Wings — Chicago Blackhawks?
Our pick is Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No at 1.41.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Detroit Red Wings win — 48%, draw — 22%, Chicago Blackhawks win — 29%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Edmonton Oilersaway4:3
- Calgary Flamesaway1:4
- Vancouver Canucksaway5:2
- Seattle Krakenaway3:4
- San Jose Sharkshome4:3
- Los Angeles Kingshome2:1
- Florida Panthershome2:3
- Montreal Canadienshome1:4
- Dallas Starshome0:4
- Winnipeg Jetshome4:3
Standings · Eastern Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Buffalo Sabres | 12 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 33:41 | 13 |
| 12 | Detroit Red Wings | 12 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 33:37 | 13 |
| 13 | Washington Capitals | 10 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 34:32 | 12 |
Head-to-head
- 14.12.2025Chicago Blackhawks0:4Detroit Red WingsNHL
- 09.11.2025Detroit Red Wings1:5Chicago BlackhawksNHL
- 01.10.2025Chicago Blackhawks1:3Detroit Red WingsNHL. Preseason Matches
- 23.09.2025Detroit Red Wings3:2Chicago BlackhawksNHL. Preseason Matches
- 11.01.2025Detroit Red Wings5:3Chicago BlackhawksNHL
About the match
- 29 October · 19:30 New York
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena (Detroit)
Odds
Odds updated 28.10 19:40
Market view and line movement
Detroit are narrow home favorites in the 1X2 market, with an estimated home-win probability of 48.5%, a draw at 22.3% and a Chicago win at 29.3%. The line has moved against Detroit and toward Chicago, reflecting Detroit’s absences and defensive concessions rather than reduced attacking output.
Over 5.5 is assessed at 54.6%, although the line has moved toward Under. BTTS (both teams to score)—Yes has the strongest market support at 89.6% and has attracted further backing.
BTTS—Yes is the preferred bet on the recent scoring and conceding patterns. The move toward Under makes a high-total bet less clear-cut.
Our prediction
- Market
- Period 1: Both Teams To Score - No
- Current odds
- 1.41
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 65%
- Market estimate
- 65%
- Status
- pending
The bet will be placed 1–3 hours before the match
