Blackhawks vs. Mammoth prediction favors Utah to win Thursday's NHL matchup [10/1/2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Blackhawks and Mammoth, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Mammoth a 64.9% chance of defeating the Blackhawks. According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 57.6% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 56.2% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Blackhawks +1.5 (-130) / Mammoth -1.5 (+115)
• Moneyline: Blackhawks +185, Mammoth -213
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (+115/-125)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Blackhawks +1.5 @ -130 via ESPN BET
• Moneyline: Blackhawks @ +185 via BetRivers
• Total: Under 6.5 @ -125 via ESPN BET

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blackhawks +1.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Blackhawks vs. Mammoth player props

Who will score a goal in Blackhawks vs. Mammoth?

According to our model, Dylan Guenther is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blackhawks vs. Mammoth.

Our projections give Guenther a 41.3% chance of scoring a goal at Delta Center, while the star is an 8.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Chicago Blackhawks

• Roman Kantserov: 32.3% probability
• Tyler Bertuzzi: 27.4% probability
• Patrick Kane: 26.1% probability
• Nick Lardis: 17.9% probability
• Frank Nazar: 16.7% probability

Utah Mammoth

• Dylan Guenther: 41.3% probability
• Nick Schmaltz: 32.2% probability
• Logan Cooley: 32.0% probability
• Clayton Keller: 31.3% probability
• Vincent Trocheck: 24.6% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Chicago Blackhawks

• Roman Kantserov: 6.7% probability
• Patrick Kane: 5.1% probability
• Tyler Bertuzzi: 5.1% probability
• Frank Nazar: 3.2% probability
• Nick Lardis: 2.9% probability

Utah Mammoth

• Dylan Guenther: 8.7% probability
• Logan Cooley: 6.6% probability
• Clayton Keller: 6.4% probability
• Nick Schmaltz: 6.2% probability
• Anders Lee: 4.7% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Thursday's matchup between the Mammoth and Blackhawks at Delta Center is scheduled to begin at 9:30 PM ET.

• Who: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Utah Hockey Club
• Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
• Time: 9:30 PM ET/6:30PM PT
• Venue: Delta Center

Conclusion

We predict Mammoth, with a 64.9% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks in Thursday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.