On January 1, 2026, the Dallas Stars will face the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The game is set to start at 8:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPN+. This showdown features two key players: Mikko Rantanen for the Stars and Connor Bedard for the Blackhawks.
Stars vs. Blackhawks: Game Overview
Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming match between the Stars and the Blackhawks.
Game Details
- Date: January 1, 2026
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- Location: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
- TV Broadcast: ESPN+
Betting Information
Understanding the betting lines is crucial for fans looking to place wagers:
- Favorite Puck Line: Stars -1.5 (+145)
- Underdog Puck Line: Blackhawks +1.5 (-175)
- Total Goals Over/Under: 5.5 (-110 for both options)
- Favorite Moneyline: Stars -185
- Underdog Moneyline: Blackhawks +154
Teams’ Performance Insights
The Stars and Blackhawks have displayed contrasting performance this season.
Dallas Stars’ Performance
- Total Goals Scored: 137 (3.4 per game)
- Goals Conceded: 106 (2.6 per game)
- Goal Differential: +31, ranking second in the league
- Power-Play Goals: 37 out of 123 chances (second-most in NHL)
- Power-Play Conversion Rate: 30.08% (third in the league)
- Shorthanded Goals: 2
Chicago Blackhawks’ Performance
- Total Goals Scored: 107 (2.7 per game)
- Goals Conceded: 124 (3.2 per game)
- Goal Differential: -17, ranking 29th in the league
- Power-Play Goals: 22 out of 110 chances (14th in NHL)
- Power-Play Percentage: 20% (11th in the league)
- Shorthanded Goals: 3
Predictions and Expert Picks
As the teams prepare for this matchup, experts lean toward the following predictions:
- ATS Pick: Blackhawks (+1.5)
- Over/Under Pick: Over 5.5
- Score Prediction: Stars 4 – Blackhawks 3
As the Stars take on the Blackhawks, fans can expect an exciting contest filled with key plays and thrilling moments. For those interested in betting, the odds favor the Stars, but the Blackhawks should not be underestimated.
