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Kraken vs. Blackhawks prediction: Why Chicago is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [11/20/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Seattle Kraken vs Chicago Blackhawks predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Chicago Blackhawks and Seattle Kraken are scheduled to meet in the NHL at United Center on Thursday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Blackhawks a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Kraken.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's Kraken vs. Blackhawks matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Hawks prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NHL predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, puck line, and over/under probabilities for Thursday's clash between the Kraken and Blackhawks.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Blackhawks a 51% chance of beating the Kraken.
According to our model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Kraken vs. Blackhawks odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Blackhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-250) | -1.5 (+215) |
| Moneyline | -105 | -113 |
| Total | o5.5 (-115) | u5.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Blackhawks picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Kraken +1.5 | -250 |
| Moneyline | Blackhawks | -113 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -115 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Kraken vs. Blackhawks player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Blackhawks?
According to our model, Connor Bedard is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Blackhawks.
Our projections give Bedard a 35.5% chance of scoring a goal at United Center, while the star is a 7.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jaden Schwartz | 29.4% |
| Jordan Eberle | 28.2% |
| Mason Marchment | 26.3% |
| Matty Beniers | 23.4% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 23.0% |
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 35.5% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 29.3% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 29.0% |
| Ryan Donato | 25.9% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 22.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jaden Schwartz | 5.5% |
| Jordan Eberle | 5.5% |
| Mason Marchment | 5.3% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 4.8% |
| Matty Beniers | 4.6% |
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 7.1% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 5.9% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 5.7% |
| Ryan Donato | 4.3% |
| Andre Burakovsky | 4.0% |
Kraken vs. Hawks game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Blackhawks and Kraken at United Center is scheduled to start at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. Chicago Blackhawks
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Blackhawks, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Blackhawks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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