Vancouver Canucks vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends

The upcoming matchup on October 17, 2025 between the Vancouver Canucks and Chicago Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL, features key betting trends for NHL bettors. Chicago’s power-play unit averages 3.2 opportunities per game with an 18.7% conversion rate versus Vancouver’s 2.5 chances at 17.6%. On the penalty kill, the Blackhawks boast an 84.5% success rate compared to the Canucks’ 86.2%, and at 5-on-5 play Chicago outpaces opponents with a 53.6% efficiency while Vancouver sits at 51.8%. Our game insights indicate a fast-paced contest with plenty of scoring chances.

Chicago enters 5-0-0 against the spread this season—see our NHL standings page—while Vancouver is 2-2-0 ATS. In their 6-2 loss on March 15, 2025, the Canucks dominated 6-2. Chicago is likely to start Petr Mrazek, who is listed as questionable but expected to play, and Vancouver counters with Thatcher Demko, who owns a 2.67 GAA and .914 save percentage. Both squads average over 29 shots per game, combining for 6.85 goals per contest.

This NHL game airs on ESPN+ and CHSN. Moneyline odds favor Vancouver at -140 and Chicago is +118 at Caesars, while the total stands at 6 with Over priced at -115. Use these metrics to inform your wager and target the Over or Vancouver Moneyline with Caesars. Ready to bet smarter? Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription now.