Chicago vs Winnipeg Prediction 20 January 2026
🔊 In the National Hockey League, Chicago face off against Winnipeg. Both teams are languishing at the bottom of the standings, sitting in 14th and 15th place respectively, making this game crucial for both sides in their quest to climb the ranks. The clubs meet amidst inconsistent performances, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their showdown.
Head-to-Head
📊Review of the statistics of official matches between the teams Chicago Blackhawks and Winnipeg Jets:
- played 49 matches;
- at home ice 18 wins (including extra time), away - 31;
- scored goals: 127 against 153;
- average total of the 1st period - 1.65, 2nd - 1.96, 3rd - 1.92;
- average total of the match - 5.53.
The last time the sides met was on 31 October 2025 at the arena of the team Winnipeg Jets - the match score was 6:3.
Head-to-head statistics Chicago - Winnipeg
Chicago Blackhawks Team Overview
Chicago are showing inconsistent form, managing just one win in their last five games. In their most recent outing, they suffered a 5-2 defeat to Boston, marking their heaviest loss in recent times. This could potentially have a negative impact on the team's morale.
On average, the team scores 2.77 goals per game, but their defense is a concern, conceding an average of 3.21 goals per match. Their strengths lie in their offensive play at home, where they frequently score first in the opening periods.
Match Results: Chicago Blackhawks
Winnipeg Jets Team Overview
Winnipeg are showing a confident streak with three consecutive wins ahead of this matchup, averaging above-standard scoring with 3-4 goals per game. However, road games have been more challenging for them, losing nine out of their last ten away fixtures. Despite this, Winnipeg tend to have luck on their side when visiting Chicago, having won both of their last two encounters there. Can they secure another victory this time? We'll find out soon. Most likely, the game will be high-scoring, as the teams have surpassed a total of 5.5 goals in their last two meetings.
Match Results: Winnipeg Jets
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 49;
- First period wins at home for the hosts - 10; for the visitors - 9;
- Average total in the first period: 1.65;
- Today's home team averages 0.84 goals in the first period, while the visitors average 0.82.
First Period Stats: Chicago Blackhawks (home) vs Winnipeg Jets (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 23;
- Number of wins: 7 (26.92%) vs 8 (34.78%);
- Number of losses: 8 (30.77%) vs 9 (39.13%);
- Number of draws: 11 (42.31%) vs 6 (26.09%).
- Average goals scored: 0.65 vs 0.87;
- Average goals conceded: 0.85 vs 1.04.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 1 vs 6;
- Number of losses: 4 vs 1;
- Number of draws: 5 vs 3;
- Average total in the first period: 1.9 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 1.2) vs 1.9 (scored - 1.4, conceded - 0.5).
- Over 1.5 goals in the 1st period in 8 of last 9 Chicago Blackhawks home games (NHL).
- Over 1.5 goals in the 1st period in last 6 Winnipeg Jets away games (NHL).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 49;
- Number of wins for the home team - 18, for the away team - 31.
- Winnipeg Jets have not won (in regular time) in 9 of last 10 away games (NHL).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total goals per match for the home team - 2.59, for the away team - 3.12;
- average total goals in H2H - 5.53;
- both teams scored in the 1st period - 13 once;
- both teams scored in the 2nd period - 17 once;
- both teams scored in the 3rd period - 16 once.
Statistics: Chicago Blackhawks vs Winnipeg Jets
- average total in the tournament: 5.75 vs 6.04;
- average total goals scored: 2.77 vs 3.06;
- average total goals conceded: 3.21 vs 3.15;
- Chicago Blackhawks: average total at home in the tournament - 2.65;
- Winnipeg Jets: average total away in the tournament - 2.74;
- last 10 matches (average total goals scored): 2.7 (home - 2.63) vs 3.7 (away - 3.5).
- Over 4.5 goals in 8 of last 9 Chicago Blackhawks home games (NHL).
- Over 4.5 goals in 15 of last 17 Winnipeg Jets away games (NHL).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Based on the statistics of both teams and their current form, we can anticipate a dynamic match with plenty of goals from both sides. Chicago struggle defensively at home and often concede early goals before the break. Meanwhile, Winnipeg have strong potential in the second period, thanks to their aggressive offense and ability to shift the momentum. We expect a high total: let's go for over 5.5 goals.No comments
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