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Washington Capitals vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends
Updated:Jan 9, 2026 1:17 AM EST
The upcoming NHL game on January 9, 2026, features the Chicago Blackhawks hosting the Washington Capitals at United Center in Chicago, IL. This matchup offers intriguing betting trends and game insights for bettors looking to capitalize on the action. The Capitals, favored with moneyline odds of -145, face the Blackhawks, who are underdogs at +128. The puck line is set at -1.5 in favor of Washington at +165 and +1.5 for Chicago at -190. The total points line is 5.5, with the over favored at -128.
Chicago Blackhawks boast a strong home record ATS (17-5) and lead the league in overall ATS at 30-13, showcasing their ability to cover the spread effectively. Washington Capitals have a balanced away ATS record of 13-7 and hold a respectable 25-19 overall. Both teams have seen recent scoring successes, with Chicago averaging 2.86 goals per game and Washington slightly higher at 3.25. Powerplay percentages are close, with Chicago at 10.5% and Washington at 8.9%, while penalty kill percentages favor Chicago slightly. Starting goaltenders are expected to play, with Chicago's solid save percentage of 91.8% and Washington's at 91.0% influencing betting insights.
In their previous encounter on January 3, 2026, Chicago edged out Washington 3-2 in a thrilling game, detailed in their recent January 3 game. This recent history adds context to the betting trends and game stats, helping bettors make informed decisions. The game will be broadcast on NHL Network, ESPN+, MNMT2, and CHSN, offering multiple viewing options. For the best odds on this game, check out BetOnline for competitive lines. For a deeper dive into team performances, visit our NHL standings page.
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45-37 (10th)Against the Spread49-33 (3rd)
23-18Home / Away25-16
-2.0Units-6.8
-5.2Home / Away-9.2
-2.41%ROI-8.32%
-12.65%Home / Away-22.56%
43-39 (11th)Win - Loss29-53 (31st)
18-23Home / Away14-27
39-39-4Over / Under37-40-5
21-17-3Home / Away18-20-3
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3.2Goals2.6
28Shots24.6
15.3Missed Shots13.6
5.4Assists4.3
3.9Penalties3.6
9.4Penalty Minutes8.7
19.7Hits16.4
15.3Giveaways15.8
4.5Takeaways4.9
15.9Blocked Shots12.4
2.9Power Plays2.9
53.9Faceoffs54.6
26.6Faceoffs Won25.1
27.3Faceoffs Lost29.5
49%Faceoff Win %46%
27.9Shots Against29.8
2.9Goals Against3.3
25.2Saves26.7
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 Philadelphia 45-3975% -112Bet105 | |||||||
 Minnesota 47-3782% -122BetOnline | |||||||
 Edmonton 42-41100% -178Bet105 | |||||||
 Boston 44-38-2100% -106Heritage | |||||||
 Ottawa 44-40- -119Heritage | |||||||
 Los Angeles 34-49-1- +138Bet105 | |||||||
 Montreal 48-35-1- +103Heritage | |||||||
 Utah 44-40- +102Bet105 |
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