The Florida Panthers will take on the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL on Tuesday (October 25).
They started on a positive note, winning four games and losing two, one in overtime. The Panthers are second in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference, while the Blackhawks are fourth in the Central Division of the Western Conference.
The Blackhawks seem to be finding their ground, winning three games and losing two.
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Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks: Betting Odds
Florida began their new campaign away from home by winning against the New York Islanders (3-1). They also won away against the Buffalo Sabres (4-3).
Their first defeat of the season came against the Boston Bruins, losing 5-3. They won a close game against the Philadelphia Flyers (4-3). In Game 5, the Panthers fought hard but lost in overtime to the Tampa Bay Lightning (3-2). However, they returned to winning ways against the New York Islanders (3-2).
Chicago, meanwhile, have fared similarly. They lost their opening two games, to the reigning champions Colorado Avalanche (5-2) and Vegas Golden Knights (1-0). After that, the Blackhawks have been on a three-game win streak, starting against the San Jose Sharks (5-2), Detroit Red Wings (4-3) and Seattle Kraken (5-4).
Florida Panthers vs Chiacgo Blackhawks: Match Details
Fixture: Florida Panthers @ Chicago Blackhawks
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 25; 08:30 pm EST
Venue: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks: Important Statistics
The Panthers have scored 19 goals and conceded 17. Chicago has been no different, scoring 16 and conceding 15. Interestingly, Florida has won eight of their ten games against Chicago. Three of the last five games have crossed the 6.5-goal mark.
Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks: Pick
Matthew Tkachuk has been excellent for the Panthers. In six games, he has scored three times and has had 27 shots on goal and multiple assists. Even though Chicago is a decent side, expect Tkachuk to have a great game. He has five goals and assists against the Blackhawks.
Pick: Florida Team Total Over 3.5 (-150)
Florida Panthers vs Chicago Blackhawks: Prediction
The Panthers have dominated meetings between the two teams. However, the Blackhawks are hosting this game and cannot be underestimated even if Florida are the favorites. A close encounter with plenty of goals could ensue, but the away team should win.