Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken 4/8/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The Chicago Blackhawks will go against the Seattle Kraken in NHL action in Climate Pledge Arena, WA, on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at 10:00 PM ET.
The Chicago Blackhawks ended an eight-game losing drought with a 4-3 victory against the Calgary Flames last Tuesday, but on Thursday night they lost again, this time 3-0 at the Vancouver Canucks.
Although the Blackhawks outshot the Canucks 33-29, Thatcher Demko had a strong performance in goal.
As Petr Mrazek won a game last Tuesday against the Flames by making 33 saves, Alex Stalock watched over the goal against the Canucks.
Mrazek is anticipated to patrol the crease in Seattle on Saturday. In 2022–23, he has a record of 9–21–3 with a 3.61 GAA and .895 save percentage.
The Blackhawks score just 2.41 goals per game while giving up 3.60 goals per contest (25th in the NHL) (32nd). They share the league’s worst record with the Anaheim Ducks and Columbus Blue Jackets.
- The Chicago Blackhawks are 1-9 SU in their last 10 matches.
- The Chicago Blackhawks are 1-5 SU in their last 6 matches on the road.
- The Chicago Blackhawks are 1-7 SU in their last 8 matches in the Western Conference.
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Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken Predictions 4/8/2023
Overall throughout their last five matches, including the previous three, the Seattle Kraken won four of them.
The Kraken defeated the Arizona Coyotes twice at home, 8-1 and 4-2, and the Vancouver Canucks 5-2 on the road during that three-game run.
Seattle defeated Arizona last Thursday, however, it was a two-goal victory.
The Yotes were able to score their second goal with 40 seconds left on the clock since the Kraken held a 4-1 advantage after 3:37 of play in the third period and a 3-0 lead early in the second period.
For the Kraken, four players scored, including Jordan Eberle and Jared McCann who each earned two assists, while Philipp Grubauer stopped 27 of 29 shots.
In 2022–2023, Grubauer is now 16–13–4 with a 2.96 GAA and .892 save percentage.
Martin Jones, who has a record of 26-13-3, a 2.97 goals-against average, a.888 save percentage, and three shutouts this year, is anticipated to man the goal on Saturday against the Blackhawks.
The Kraken scored 3.54 goals per game while giving up 3.09 goals per game (15th in the NHL) (4th).
Although their 5-on-5 offensive was excellent so far this season, the Kraken rank 21st in the league for the proportion of power plays (45-for-230).
- The Seattle Kraken is 4-1 SU in their last 5 matches.
- The total went OVER in 6 of Seattle’s last 9 matches at home.
- The Seattle Kraken is 5-2 SU in their last 7 matches in the Western Conference.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken. The NHL pick for this game is the Seattle Kraken. Chicago doesn’t have anything to lose.
Seattle, on the other hand, already secured a spot in the postseason and will almost probably receive the top wild card in the West. With only four games left, the Kraken lead the Winnipeg Jets and Calgary Flames by seven points.
With a victory, the Kraken would clinch the top wild card, but it’s difficult to favor the Chicago Blackhawks, who are undoubtedly one of the league’s weakest teams.
Seattle and Chicago’s first two matches this season were shared evenly. In October, the Blackhawks triumphed 5-4 as home underdogs (+120), while in January, the Kraken triumphed 8-5 as away favorites (+240).
The Seattle Kraken will win to a predicted score of 7-2.
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Chicago Blackhawks vs Seattle Kraken 4/8/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
NHL Starting Time: 10:00 PM (EDT)
Location:Climate Pledge Arena, WA
Date: Saturday, April 8, 2023
TV: NSCH
NHL Odds: Chicago Blackhawks +320
NHL Totals: 8