Chicago Blackhawks vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/14

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The Chicago Blackhawks will take on the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The game is set to start at 10:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Blackhawks have a record of 25-29-11 this season, while the Golden Knights hold a 30-22-14 record.

Chicago is currently ranked 14th in the Western Conference and 8th in the Western Central Division. Vegas stands 6th in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Western Pacific Division. Jeff Blashill leads the Blackhawks as head coach, while Bruce Cassidy guides the Golden Knights. Both teams look to improve their standings as the season progresses.

Blackhawks vs Golden Knights Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vegas Golden Knights
  • Venue: T-Mobile Arena
  • Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Chicago Blackhawks Puck Line +1.5 (-127), Vegas Golden Knights Puck Line -1.5 (+104), Chicago Blackhawks MoneyLine +197, Vegas Golden Knights MoneyLine -236, Over/Under 6.0

Chicago Blackhawks Team Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured two close wins against the Utah Mammoth, each time with a score of 3-2. However, they faced a narrow loss to the Dallas Stars, ending with a 3-4 result.

Connor Bedard has been a key player for the Blackhawks, contributing with assists in several games. Tyler Bertuzzi also played a vital role, scoring goals in their recent outings. Frank Nazar added depth to the team with his scoring and assists.

In goal, Spencer Knight has been a consistent performer, making crucial saves to keep the team competitive. Arvid Soderblom also contributed, although he faced a tough challenge against the Stars. Their defense has shown resilience with multiple blocks in the games.

Vegas Golden Knights Team Preview

The Vegas Golden Knights recently had a strong game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. They scored 6 goals with only 17 shots on goal. Pavel Dorofeyev stood out with 2 goals and 1 assist in that game.

In the game against the Dallas Stars, the Golden Knights fell short by 1 goal. They managed 27 shots on goal but scored only once. Jack Eichel was the sole goal scorer for the team in that game.

Against the Edmonton Oilers, the Golden Knights lost by 2 goals. They recorded 26 shots on goal and scored 2 times. Adin Hill made 15 saves on 18 shots faced in the game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Vegas Golden Knights are favored to win against the Chicago Blackhawks. The current moneyline has Vegas at -236. Based on their superior stats in goals, assists, and shots on goal, they are likely to outscore Chicago. The projected score is Vegas 4, Chicago 2.

The total for this game is set at 6.0. Both teams have shown strong offensive capabilities, but their goaltending ranks suggest goals may be limited. With Vegas projected to score 4 and Chicago 2, the total should stay right at 6. The recommendation is to bet the push on the total of 6.0.