- Matchup: Carolina Hurricanes vs Chicago Blackhawks
- Scheduled Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
- Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: Chicago Sports Network
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The Chicago Blackhawks (28-35-14) aim to secure a win against the Carolina Hurricanes (49-22-6) at the United Center this Thursday.
The Carolina Hurricanes are seeking redemption following a recent 6-3 defeat to the Senators. In that match, Carolina spent 4 minutes in the penalty box. They had a moderately lacking performance, managing only 1 goal from 2 power play opportunities during the game, with 3 goals on 28 shots overall.
As for their scoring efficiency, the Carolina Hurricanes have scored 270 goals this season—ranking them 4th in the league—while allowing 225. Currently, the team sits at 104 points with a points percentage of .675. Carolina has had 231 power play chances, converting 57 of those into goals, giving them a power play percentage of 24.68%. While at even strength, they have allowed 182 goals while scoring 213. With 2,498 shots taken, their shooting percentage stands at 10.8%. Facing 1,835 shots against, they have achieved a save percentage of .877. Carolina’s opponents have had 216 power play opportunities, scoring 43 goals (20th in the league) during those chances.
Frederik Andersen will be in goal for the Hurricanes. Andersen has participated in 550 NHL games, holding a record of 322-149-58, and has started in 536 of those matches. He has conceded 1,377 goals throughout his career, with an average of 2.57 goals against per game. He has faced 15,804 shots, recording 14,427 saves for a save percentage of .913 across 27,484 minutes on the ice. Over his career, Andersen has tallied 299 quality starts with a quality start rate of .558.
In their last game, the Chicago Blackhawks faced the Sharks, resulting in a 3-2 loss. Chicago executed 3 power play attempts, successfully converting 1. They managed to score 2 goals out of 29 shots on goal.
This season, the Chicago Blackhawks have recorded 197 goals, accumulating 70 points for a points percentage of .455. They have allowed 248 goals against them, comprised of 211 at even strength and 37 while shorthanded. Chicago’s totals include 158 goals at even strength and 39 power play goals (25th in the NHL). They have had 219 power play opportunities, with a conversion rate of 17.81%. Their shooting percentage is at 10.44%, having taken 1,887 shots (ranked 32nd in the NHL), while allowing 2,341 shots on goal. Their penalty kill percentage stands at 83.77%, successfully defending against 228 power play attempts, with an overall save percentage of 89.4%.
Spencer Knight will defend the net for the Blackhawks. He has recorded 3,718 saves out of 4,107 shots faced, yielding a save percentage of .905. Knight’s career record is 67-55-20, spanning 146 games with 136 starts, and he has logged 5,162 minutes on the ice. His quality start percentage rests at 52.9%, achieving 72 quality starts in his NHL career. Opponents are scoring an average of 2.86 goals per game against him, summing up to 389 goals allowed overall.
Who will prevail in this NHL contest, covering the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Opt for Carolina
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