The Chicago Blackhawks (20-35-9) are set to face off against the Colorado Avalanche (38-24-2) on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. This game features two teams with contrasting seasons, as the Avalanche aim to solidify their playoff position while the Blackhawks look to end their recent struggles.
Chicago Blackhawks
The Blackhawks have had a challenging season, currently sitting near the bottom of the Central Division. They are coming off of a 3-1 victory over the Avalanche in their previous meeting, but have struggled overall with a 3-4-3 record in their last 10 games. Key players for the Blackhawks include:
Ryan Donato: Leading the team with 23 goals and 25 assists for a total of 48 points. Donato has been a consistent offensive threat for the Blackhawks.
Ilya Mikheyev: Averaging five goals and four assists over the past 10 games. Mikheyev has been a reliable scorer and playmaker for the Blackhawks.
Connor Murphy: Contributing significantly on defense, although he is currently day-to-day with an injury.
In their last game against the Avalanche, the Blackhawks managed to secure a 3-1 victory, showcasing their ability to compete against stronger teams. However, they have struggled with consistency and will need to improve their overall performance to secure a win against the Avalanche.
Colorado Avalanche
The Avalanche have had an impressive season, currently sitting in the third seed in the Central Division. They are coming off a 7-4 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, where Valeri Nichushkin recorded a hat trick. The Avalanche have a 7-3-0 record in their last 10 games, averaging 3.9 goals per game. Key players for the Avalanche include:
Nathan MacKinnon: Leading the team with 30 goals and 45 assists for a total of 75 points. MacKinnon has been a consistent offensive force for the Avalanche.
Mikko Rantanen: Averaging 25 goals and 35 assists for a total of 60 points. Rantanen has been a reliable scorer and playmaker for the Avalanche.
Cale Makar: Contributing significantly on defense with 15 goals and 40 assists for a total of 55 points. Makar has been a key player in the Avalanche’s recent success.
In their last game against the Maple Leafs, the Avalanche showcased their offensive firepower, with Nichushkin leading the way with a hat trick. The Avalanche have been strong on the power play, with a 17-6-1 record in games where they score one or more power-play goals.
Game Insights
Points/Game: The Avalanche are averaging 3.9 goals per game, while the Blackhawks are averaging 3.4 goals.
Rebounds/Game: The Avalanche have given up 2.4 goals per game, while the Blackhawks have given up 3.7 goals.
Field Goal Percentage: The Avalanche have a 9-10-1 record in Central Division play, while the Blackhawks have a 6-11-4 record in Central Division games.
Chicago Blackhawks 6.5
Colorado Avalanche – 550
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, March 9, 2025
