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The Chicago Blackhawks (7-17-4) are at the bottom in the Central Division of the Western Conference and on a disappointing five-game losing streak.
They are coming off a loss against the Vegas Golden Knights (4-1) in their previous outing and will now take on the Minnesota Wild (16-11-2), who are third in the same division and are enjoying a three-game winning streak.
The Wild won against the Detroit Red Wings (4-1) and will now host this game at the Xcel Energy Center on Friday (December 16), where they will be looking to secure their 17th win and fourth consecutive as well. The Blackhawks, meanwhile, will try to end their losing run.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Wild: Betting Odds
The Blackhawks have struggled a lot so far this season. They find themselves at the bottom of the division with only seven wins in 28 games. It looks like they are on their way to repeating last season's performance where they finished second to bottom with an overall record of 28-42.
The team has managed to score only 66 goals while conceding a whopping 105 goals, a difference of -39.
The Minnesota Wild are right on track to qualify for the playoffs. They finished second last season with an overall record of 53-22. The Wild are currently third this season and are likely to qualify for the playoffs one more time if they continue to play like this.
The team is a brilliant 7-3 in their last 10 games. They have scored a total of 92 goals and conceded 86, a difference of +6.
Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild: Match Details
Fixture: Chicago Blackhawks @ Minnesota Wild
Date & Time: Friday, December 16, 08:00 p.m ET
Venue: Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild: Pick
Max Domi has been a consistent figure for the Blackhawks this season. He has scored 10 goals and has provided 10 assists so far this season and has performed decently against Minnesota as well with a goal and seven assists in 14 games.
Domi again has a chance tonight to prove his worth and win the game for his team.
Best Pick: Max Domi Total Points Over 0.5 (+105)
Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild: Prediction
The Blackhawks have a 4-6 record in their last 10 encounters against the Wild. However, they have lost their last six games against them, which they would like to change tonight.
The Wild are playing at home and are having a better season overall, so it will be a little difficult for them.
Final Prediction: Minnesota -1.5 (-155)
