Chicago Blackhawks vs Utah Mammoth Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/1

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The Chicago Blackhawks will visit the Utah Mammoth in an NHL regular-season game. The game takes place at the Delta Center on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

Chicago has a record of 22-28-9 and is coached by Jeff Blashill. They rank 14th in the conference and 7th in the division. Utah, led by coach André Tourigny, holds a 31-24-4 record. They sit 6th in the conference and 4th in the division.

Blackhawks vs Mammoth Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Utah Mammoth
  • Venue: Delta Center
  • Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Utah Mammoth -288, Chicago Blackhawks +237

Chicago Blackhawks Team Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks have been struggling in recent games. They lost to the Colorado Avalanche 3-1, with only 15 shots on goal. Connor Bedard was the standout, scoring the team’s lone goal.

In another game, the Blackhawks faced the Nashville Predators and lost 4-2. They managed 23 shots on goal and scored one power play goal. Bedard scored again, showing consistency in his performance.

Their performance against the Columbus Blue Jackets was a 4-0 loss. The Blackhawks had 20 shots on goal but couldn’t score. Goalie Spencer Knight made 16 saves on 19 shots in that game.

Utah Mammoth Team Preview

The Utah Mammoth have shown strong performances recently. They secured a 5-2 win against the Minnesota Wild with 37 shots on goal. Lawson Crouse stood out with 2 goals and Clayton Keller added a goal and 2 assists.

In their game against the Colorado Avalanche, the Mammoth faced a 4-2 loss. Dylan Guenther scored both goals, but the team couldn’t overcome Colorado’s 26 shots. The Mammoth had 30 shots on goal and managed one power play goal.

Clayton Keller has been a key player for the Mammoth this season. He has 18 goals and 40 assists, bringing his total points to 58. Keller’s contributions, along with strong performances from teammates, have kept the Mammoth competitive.

BTB Betting Pick

The Utah Mammoth are favored to win against the Chicago Blackhawks with a moneyline of -288. The Mammoth have better overall stats, ranking higher in goals and assists. The projected score is Utah Mammoth 4, Chicago Blackhawks 2. Given these factors, the recommendation is to pick the Utah Mammoth to win straight up.

The current total line for the game is set at 6.0. The projected score suggests a total of 6 goals. Both teams have strong offensive capabilities, but their goaltending stats suggest the defenses might hold up. With this in mind, the recommendation is to take the under 6.0 (-104).