Chicago Blackhawks vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/29

The Chicago Blackhawks are set to take on the Pittsburgh Penguins in an NHL regular season game. This matchup will happen at the PPG Paints Arena on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

The Blackhawks come into this game with a record of 21-24-9. They are led by head coach Jeff Blashill and currently rank 12th in the Western Conference. The Penguins, under head coach Dan Muse, have a record of 26-14-11. They hold the 7th spot in the Eastern Conference.

Blackhawks vs Penguins Game Day Info

• Sport: NHL
• Teams: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
• Venue: PPG Paints Arena
• Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
• Betting Odds: Pittsburgh Penguins -189, Chicago Blackhawks +159

Chicago Blackhawks Team Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks have struggled in their recent games, losing their last three. They fell to the Minnesota Wild 4-3 despite having more shots on goal. In their game against the Florida Panthers, they lost 5-1, managing only 22 shots on goal.

Connor Bedard has been a standout player for the Blackhawks this season. He has scored 20 goals and provided 29 assists in 40 games. Tyler Bertuzzi is another key player, with 25 goals and 14 assists in 50 games.

Spencer Knight has been the primary goalie for the Blackhawks, playing 36 games this season. He has 15 wins and 14 losses, with no shutouts. The Blackhawks rank 17th in goals against, which shows room for improvement on defense.

Pittsburgh Penguins Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins are coming off a strong set of games. They secured a win against the Vancouver Canucks with a 3-2 score. The team fired 25 shots on goal and registered 27 hits, showing their effort on both ends of the ice.

In recent games, Evgeni Malkin has been a key player for the Penguins. Against the Edmonton Oilers, he contributed with a goal and an assist in a 6-2 victory. His performance has been consistent, with points in multiple games during this stretch.

Stuart Skinner has been solid in the net for the Penguins. He made 30 saves against the Canucks, helping secure the win. Skinner’s play has been crucial, especially in tight games where his saves have made a difference.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pittsburgh Penguins are favored to win against the Chicago Blackhawks. The Penguins have a moneyline of -189, while the Blackhawks stand at +159. Based on the current stats, Pittsburgh has the edge with better rankings in goals and assists. The projected score is Pittsburgh 4, Chicago 2, making Pittsburgh a solid pick to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 6.0. With Pittsburgh’s strong goal-scoring ability and Chicago’s lower defensive ranking, the game could surpass this total. The projected score of 4-2 suggests a total of 6 goals, which aligns closely with the set line. The recommendation is to take the over at -120, expecting both teams to contribute to the scoring.