Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks 12/29/24 – The NHL regular season conveys an interesting fixture as the Dallas Stars (20-13-1), who have performed admirably this season, come up against the Chicago Blackhawks (12-22-2) who have been having a rough time this season. This match will take place at the United Center on Sunday. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM ET and, ESPN will air the live broadcast of the game so fans can witness the action live.
Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks 12/29/24
When: Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 8:30 PM ET
Where: United Center
TV: ESPN
Stream: NHL.TV
Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks 12/29/24 Betting Odds:
| Team | PUCKLINE | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stars | -1.5 (+105) | Over 6 (+100) | -196 |  |
| Blackhawks | +1.5 (-125) | Under 6 (-116) | +157 | |
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— Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) December 28, 2024
The Dallas Stars, according to the betting odds, appear to be in a much better position than their opponents, based on the performances they’ve shown during the season. The total goals set at the over/under of six suggests that the match can either see both teams being competitive or one team might pull away based on the offensive side of things.
Goaltender Jake Oettinger vs. Goaltender Petr Mrazek
This season, Jake Oettinger’s performance has been remarkable for the Dallas Stars. He has a save percentage of .908 after appearing in 26 games. Given their record, this might seem appealing, but the Blackhawks ultimate surprise may be their offensive performance and thus Odinger would be important in stopping the shots from high pressure areas.
In contrast however, Petr Mrazek from Blackhawks has been nowhere near as impressive, posting a 3.09 goals against average in addition to a lackluster 0.897 save percentage. He is able to perform tremendously to ensure that the Blackhawks remain competitive in matches especially with a sufficient amount of offensive pressure from the stars.
In situations where Oettinger and Mrazek are confronted by each other, the outcome of the game may be determined purely on their performance on the goal line. Oettinger is providing stability for the Dallas Stars which Mrazek has not been able to offer the Chicago Blackhawks this season. For Mrazek it will be a task of perseverance and for Oettinger he will look to seal his position within the Stars as a pivotal player.
Dallas Stars Performance Spotlight
In their last two games, the Stars have shown mixed results. They pulled off a tight 3-2 victory against Utah but fell 2-3 to Minnesota. These games highlight both resilience and areas for improvement as they approach the Blackhawks, emphasizing the need for strategic offense and solid defense.
Chicago Blackhawks Performance Spotlight
The Blackhawks, enduring a tough season, faced recent losses against Buffalo (2-6) and Minnesota (3-4). These games underscore their defensive vulnerabilities and the pressing need to enhance both their offensive strikes and goaltender support to clinch much-needed victories.
Trends
Dallas Stars Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Dallas’ last 7 games.
Dallas are 12-3 SU in their last 15 games against Chicago.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Dallas’ last 5 games on the road.
Dallas are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against Chicago.
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Dallas’ last 9 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference.
Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chicago’s last 6 games.
Chicago are 4-10 SU in their last 14 games.
The total has gone OVER in 14 of Chicago’s last 20 games against Dallas.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Chicago’s last 7 games at home.
Chicago are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against Dallas.
Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks Betting Prediction
According to the statistics, it looks like Dallas will come out on top yet again and clinch this game. The fighting spirit ministered by their Oettinger ought to enable them to dictate the proceedings of the game. Chicago is the underdogs in this matchup, but a Mrazek performance along with a Bedard finding holes in the Stars’ defense has the potential for an upset.
As things stand, a safer option would be betting on a Dallas spread cover, more so with the total going under further in line with the recent Chicago and Dallas trends. The game promises to be engaging, although the Stars will win this round comfortably in the end.
Score Prediction: Stars 4, Blackhawks 2.
