Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/26

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The NHL Regular Season is kicking off with an exciting game between the Los Angeles Kings and the Chicago Blackhawks. The Kings, with a record of 3-4-3, are looking to improve their standing early in the season. They are led by head coach Jim Hiller and play in the Western Pacific Division.

On the other side, the Chicago Blackhawks have started strong with a 4-2-2 record. Coached by Jeff Blashill, they hold a good position in the Western Central Division. This game takes place at the United Center on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM and can be watched on ESPN+.

Kings vs Blackhawks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Los Angeles Kings vs. Chicago Blackhawks
  • Venue: United Center
  • Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Los Angeles Kings -149, Chicago Blackhawks +124

Los Angeles Kings Team Preview

The Los Angeles Kings have had mixed results in their recent games. They secured a win against the Dallas Stars with a score of 3-2. However, they faced a narrow loss to the Nashville Predators, finishing 4-5.

The Kings’ skaters have shown some strong performances this season. Adrian Kempe leads with 5 goals and 7 assists. Quinton Byfield and Kevin Fiala also contribute, with Byfield tallying 2 goals and 6 assists.

In net, Darcy Kuemper has seen the most action, playing in 6 games. He has secured 2 wins with 133 saves. Anton Forsberg has also been reliable, appearing in 3 games with 88 saves.

Chicago Blackhawks Team Preview

The Chicago Blackhawks have had a mix of outcomes in their recent games. They secured a tight 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Earlier, they also edged out the Anaheim Ducks with a 2-1 win at home.

The Blackhawks have been effective in scoring, ranking 9th in goals this season with 25. They’ve also been active in assists, with a total of 43, placing them 12th. Their power play has been effective, scoring 5 power play goals, ranking 6th.

On the goaltending side, Spencer Knight has played in 6 games with 3 wins and 177 saves. The team’s defense has allowed 19 goals against, ranking 3rd in the league. Arvid Soderblom has also contributed with 52 saves in his 2 appearances.

BTB Betting Pick

The Los Angeles Kings are favored to win against the Chicago Blackhawks. The Kings have a MoneyLine of -149, while the Blackhawks are at +124. With stronger skater and goaltending stats, the Kings have the edge. We project the Kings to win 4-2, making the Kings a solid pick to win straight up.

The total for this game is set at 5.5. The Kings have shown good offensive stats with 270 shots on goal, ranking 6th. The Blackhawks’ goaltending has allowed 19 goals, ranked 3rd. Our projection is for a total of 6 goals, so the recommendation is to take the Over at -133.