Keep scrolling down to the very bottom of the NHL standings because that’s where you will find the Arizona Coyotes and Chicago Blackhawks.
This is the second of four games on the NHL schedule between the Yotes and Blackhawks this season, with Chicago taking the first matchup 2-0. Despite Arizona and Chicago being two of the worst NHL teams, someone has to win, and there are betting opportunities to be had.
We’ll review the stats, trends, and Coyotes vs Blackhawks odds before making our expert NHL picks for tonight’s matchup.
Arizona Coyotes vs. Chicago Blackhawks Odds
Before we analyze any stats or trends, let’s check the Coyotes vs Blackhawks odds and betting records before making a single Arizona Coyotes or Chicago Blackhawks prediction.
NHL odds have the Arizona Coyotes listed as the slight moneyline favorite, with odds between -115 and -120. The Chicago Blackhawks are the moneyline underdog, listed between +104 and -105.
Arizona has a 17-34 straight-up record, while Chicago is 15-34 straight-up.
The Blackhawks are listed at +1.5 on the puck line spread, with odds between -267 and -300. The Yotes are listed at -1.5 on the puck line spread, with odds from +200 and +220. Chicago has a 22-27 ATS record, while Arizona has a 27-24 ATS record.
The total goals line is listed at 6.0 total goals, which is slightly lower than most NHL games, although you can find an outlying sportsbook or two with this game listed at 5.5 total goals. The over is listed between -105 and -110, while the under is listed between -109 and -115.
The Blackhawks have a 25-23-1 over/under record, while the Yotes have a 24-27 over/under record.
Arizona Coyotes vs. Chicago Blackhawks Matchup Information
Arizona Coyotes vs Chicago Blackhawks
Location of the Game: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
Date and Time: Friday, February 10th, 2023, 8:30 P.M. ET
How to Watch: NHLPP | ESPN+ | NBC Sports Chicago | Bally Sports Arizona | https://livestreamsports.co/
Arizona Coyotes vs. Chicago Blackhawks Betting Preview
Arizona Coyotes
The Arizona Coyotes have won three of the last five games but are 4-6 in the last ten games. The Yotes’ 17-28-6 record has them ranked seventh in the Central Divison and 31st in the NHL. Arizona won their last outing against a very good Minnesota Wild squad but have lost twice to the Anaheim Ducks in the last five games.
Arizona has hit the under in three straight games and has a 2-8 over/under record in the last ten. The under is 6-0 in the Yotes’ last six games against the Central Division, 5-0 in the last five road games, and 9-1 in the last ten games against the Western Conference.
The Coyotes are ranked 28th in the NHL, averaging 2.6 goals per game, and have the 26th-ranked powerplay, converting at 18.4%.
Defensively, the Yotes are ranked 25th, giving up 3.5 goals per game, while having the 26th-ranked penalty-killing unit, operating at 74.7%.
All-Star Clayton Keller leads Arizona in NHL player stats with 42 points (18 goals, 24 assists). At the same time, Nick Schmaltz has seven points in the last five games.
Karel Vejmelka has played the majority of Arizona Coyotes games this season and is our expected starting goalie for Arizona tonight. Vejmelka has a 14-17-4 record, a 3.16 GAA, and a .908 SV%.
Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks are the worst team in the NHL and are actively tanking in hopes of getting the number one overall pick and Connor Beddard. The Blackhawks 15-29-5 has Chicago ranked last in the Central Divison and the 32nd overall in the league. Chicago is acing the “how to tank for a superstar” test.
Chicago has lost two straight games, losing their last game 3-2 in overtime to the Anaheim Ducks.
The Blackhawks have lost four of the last five games but have a 5-5 record in the last ten games. The Blackhawks have a 5-5 over/under record in the last ten games. The under is 9-3 in Chicago’s last 12 games against a team with a sub-.400 winning percentage.
Chicago is ranked 31st, averaging 2.4 goals per game, while having the 24th-ranked powerplay, operating at 19.1%. Those are horrible offensive stats.
Defensively, the stats are slightly better, but nothing to get excited about. The Blackhawks are giving up 3.6 goals per game, while the penalty killers are operating a 75.7%.
Potential trade bait Max Domi leads Chicago in scoring with 35 points (14 goals, 21 assists). Patrick Kane, who is another potential trade piece, has five points in the last five games.
With Alex Stalock out indefinitely, Chicago will be starting Petr Mrazek, who has a 5-13-2 record, a 3.99 GAA, and a .885 SV%.
Chicago has the only two names on the NHL injury report with players expected back any day, with Jonathan Toews listed as out, while Jared Tinordi is questionable for Friday Night’s matchup.
Arizona Coyotes vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Picks
We’ve reviewed the trends, stats, and Coyotes vs Blackhawks odds and now turn our focus to making our NHL expert picks.
First, you should know that the favorite is 15-6 in the last 21 head-to-head meetings, while the Yotes are 3-7 in the previous ten games in Chicago.
Our first pick is to take the under. The betting records and trends show that both teams tend to hit the under. Moreover, the under is 5-2 in the last seven games. We’ll take the under of 6.0 total goals.
Our second pick is to take the Arizona Coyotes to win on the moneyline. Chicago won the first matchup between these two teams 2-0 back on January 6th, 2023. However, Chicago will be with Jonathan Toews, who has an incredible face-off winning percentage this season, meaning the Blackhawks starting play with possession is less likely.
Both teams are terrible, it’s a matter of who can be less terrible than the other, and we’re backing the Yotes in the battle of the NHL’s worst teams.
Our final pick is difficult, as the puck line spread usually is for the NHL. We’re taking the underdog on the spread and thinking the Arizona Coyotes to cover the -1.5 goal spread and win a two-goal game. Arizona is the slightly better team on paper and should leave Chicago with a win and can cover the spread in the process.
NHL Picks: Arizona Coyotes ML, Arizona Coyotes -1.5, Under.
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