Chicago vs San Jose Prediction: the Hawks Can't Fail At Home

Prediction for the NHL-1 match between Chicago Blackhawks vs San Jose Sharks, which will take place on October 18th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the teams' conditions! Several betting options are available.

Chicago

Chicago will not perform as poorly this season as they did last year. After all, the club strengthened very well in the summer, and as a result, they are fighting for a place in the playoff zone. So far, the squad is just getting used to it, which is why the results are so modest. In four games, the Blackhawks have managed one win—a 5-2 victory over Edmonton—and suffered one loss in overtime (1-2 OT to Winnipeg).

San Jose

San Jose is trying to earn two points, but all the resources end after the main time. Thus, the team once brought it to overtime, where they were weaker than St. Louis (4-5), and once to the shootout, failing 2-3 to Dallas. Thus, with two points, the Sharks are in 12th place in the Western Conference standings.

Expert Betting Tips

Here, we are more inclined to see the victory of Chicago. After all, the Hawks are superior to the Sharks only theoretically, and they will play at home, getting a lot of confidence. It's worth noting that the home team was stronger in the last two head-to-head meetings at the arena in Chicago. So, we do not think the Sharks have a chance for two points. We suggest betting on a clean win for the first team.