The Boston Bruins travel to Chicago for an Original Six matchup against the Blackhawks, where Boston’s potent offense faces a rebuilding Chicago squad amid significant injuries on both sides. The Bruins, riding a three-game win streak, aim to exploit the Blackhawks’ defensive vulnerabilities (3.1 GPG allowed recently), while Chicago hopes to leverage home-ice energy and Connor Bedard’s scoring touch to upset a Bruins team that’s struggled on the road (10-11-1). With key absences limiting firepower, expect a gritty, mid-tempo game that could hinge on goaltending battles between Jeremy Swayman and Spencer Knight, potentially favoring the under in a contest with playoff implications for Boston.
Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
Puckdrop is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET (broadcast on ESPN+, NESN, CHSN)
Recent Team Forms
Boston has surged with a 7-2-1 record in their last 10, showcasing elite scoring (3.8 GPG) but occasional defensive lapses, while Chicago sits at 5-4-1, relying on opportunistic offense amid goaltending inconsistencies.
Boston Bruins Last 10 Games (7-2-1 record, averaging 3.8 GPG scored, 2.5 GPG allowed)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| 1/15/2026 | vs SEA | W 4-2 | 4 PTS, 29 SOG |
| 1/13/2026 | vs DET | W 3-0 | 3 PTS, 27 SOG |
| 1/11/2026 | vs PIT | W 1-0 | 1 PTS, 20 SOG |
| 1/10/2026 | vs NYR | W 10-2 | 10 PTS, 34 SOG |
| 1/8/2026 | vs CGY | W 4-1 | 4 PTS, 30 SOG |
| 1/6/2026 | @ SEA | W 7-4 | 7 PTS, 27 SOG |
| 1/4/2026 | @ CBJ | W 5-4 (OT) | 5 PTS, 43 SOG |
| 1/3/2026 | vs DET | W 4-3 | 4 PTS, 27 SOG |
| 1/1/2026 | vs DET | W 4-1 | 4 PTS, 29 SOG |
| 12/30/2025 | vs CAR | W 5-1 | 5 PTS, 28 SOG |
Chicago Blackhawks Last 10 Games (5-4-1 record, averaging 2.7 GPG scored, 2.9 GPG allowed)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| 1/15/2026 | vs CGY | L 1-3 | 1 PTS, 20 SOG |
| 1/12/2026 | vs EDM | L 1-4 | 1 PTS, 27 SOG |
| 1/10/2026 | vs NSH | W 3-0 | 3 PTS, 21 SOG |
| 1/9/2026 | vs WSH | L 1-5 | 1 PTS, 24 SOG |
| 1/7/2026 | vs STL | W 7-3 | 7 PTS, 35 SOG |
| 1/4/2026 | @ ARI | W 3-2 (OT) | 3 PTS, 28 SOG |
| 1/3/2026 | vs BUF | W 5-1 | 5 PTS, 31 SOG |
| 1/1/2026 | @ NYI | W 2-1 | 2 PTS, 24 SOG |
| 12/30/2025 | vs NJD | L 3-2 | 3 PTS, 24 SOG |
| 12/28/2025 | vs PIT | L 3-7 | 3 PTS, 24 SOG |
Injury Report
Injuries will play a pivotal role, with Boston’s blue line depleted and Chicago missing key veterans, likely reducing scoring opportunities.
Boston Bruins
Day-to-Day: Andrew Peeke (D, Lower Body)
Out: Hampus Lindholm (D, Undisclosed – IR, expected back Feb 1)
Chicago Blackhawks
Day-to-Day: Teuvo Teravainen (C, Upper Body), Sam Lafferty (C, Illness)
Out: Frank Nazar (C, Upper Body – IR), Shea Weber (D, Ankle – Out for Season)
Key Player Matchups
Without full lineups, focus shifts to available stars; Boston’s forwards could overwhelm Chicago’s weakened defense if Pastrnak exploits gaps.
David Pastrnak (BOS) vs. Connor Bedard (CHI): Pastrnak’s scoring prowess (20G, 36A) vs. Bedard’s creativity (19G, 26A); a sniper duel that could decide high-danger chances
Morgan Geekie (BOS) vs. Tyler Bertuzzi (CHI): Geekie’s hot streak (25G) challenges Bertuzzi’s physicality (24G, 13A); rebounding and net-front battles key
Brad Marchand (BOS) vs. Seth Jones (CHI): Marchand’s agitation and assists vs. Jones’ shutdown defense; special teams edge could swing here.
Overall Edge: Bruins’ depth tilts it, but Blackhawks’ home grit and Bedard’s flair keep it close.
Series History
Boston holds a commanding all-time lead, but Chicago has been competitive in recent regular-season tilts.
All-Time Record: Bruins lead 276-241-79-5 in 601 regular-season games
Recent Meetings: Bruins won the last on 10/9/2025 (4-3). In the last 5 games: Bruins 3-2 (average score: BOS 3.8, CHI 3.2)
At United Center: Blackhawks have won 4 of the last 7 home games vs. Bruins
Betting Trends
Bruins: 7-3 ATS in last 10 games; 4-1 ATS as favorites
Blackhawks: 3-2 ATS in last 5 games; 14-8 ATS at home
O/U Trends:
Bruins: Over in 6 of last 9 games; Over in 5 of last 7 vs. Central teams
Blackhawks: Under in 4 of last 7 home games; Over in 19 of 47 overall (40.4%)
Game Odds
Boston Bruins – 122
Chicago Blackhawks 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 16, 2026
