by Chuck Sommers
Tuesday, Mar 28, 2023
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Venue: United Center
Where to watch: BSSW, NBCSCH
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: DAL -280, CHI +230
BetMGM: DAL -280, CHI +230
Caesars: DAL -280, CHI +230
Season record
Stars: 39-20-14
Blackhawks: 24-43-6
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Stars - Blackhawks preview, prediction and analysis
On March 28, 2023, the Dallas Stars will face off against the Chicago Blackhawks in what promises to be an exciting and intense matchup. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory in this game, which could have significant playoff implications.
The Stars have been in good form recently, winning five of their last seven games. They will be hoping to continue their strong play and solidify their position in the playoff race. Dallas will be led by their star players, including Jamie Benn, Tyler Seguin, and John Klingberg, who have been crucial to the team's success this season.
On the other hand, the Blackhawks have struggled in recent games, losing four of their last six. However, Chicago remains in the hunt for a playoff spot and will be looking to turn their fortunes around against the Stars. The Blackhawks will be led by their top line of Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, and Dylan Strome, who have been a force to be reckoned with this season.
One area to watch in this game will be the battle between the two teams' goaltenders. Dallas' Anton Khudobin has been excellent this season, posting a .924 save percentage and two shutouts. Meanwhile, Chicago's Marc-Andre Fleury has also been impressive, with a .920 save percentage and five shutouts on the year.
Another key matchup to keep an eye on will be the battle between the two teams' special teams. Dallas' penalty kill has been one of the best in the league this season, while Chicago's power play has been among the most potent. Whichever team can win the special teams battle will likely have a significant advantage in this game.
However, the Stars will be without one of their key players, as defenseman Miro Heiskanen is expected to miss this game due to injury. Heiskanen has been a crucial part of Dallas' blue line and his absence will be a significant loss for the team.
Overall, this game promises to be a closely contested battle between two talented teams. Dallas will be looking to continue their strong play and secure a valuable win, while Chicago will be aiming to snap their recent losing streak and get back on track in the playoff race.
Fans can expect a thrilling game filled with plenty of scoring opportunities, physical play, and goaltending heroics. With both teams fighting for crucial points in the standings, this matchup is sure to be a must-watch for hockey fans around the league.
Prediction
Stars 5, Blackhawks 1
Prediction
Stars 5, Blackhawks 1
Projected lines
Stars:
Jason Robertson -- Roope Hintz -- Joe Pavelski
Jamie Benn -- Wyatt Johnston -- Evgenii Dadonov
Max Domi -- Tyler Seguin -- Ty Dellandrea
Joel Kiviranta -- Luke Glendening -- Fredrik Olofsson
Miro Heiskanen -- Colin Miller
Esa Lindell -- Jani Hakanpaa
Ryan Suter -- Nils Lundkvist
Jake Oettinger
Jason Robertson -- Roope Hintz -- Joe Pavelski
Jamie Benn -- Wyatt Johnston -- Evgenii Dadonov
Max Domi -- Tyler Seguin -- Ty Dellandrea
Joel Kiviranta -- Luke Glendening -- Fredrik Olofsson
Miro Heiskanen -- Colin Miller
Esa Lindell -- Jani Hakanpaa
Ryan Suter -- Nils Lundkvist
Jake Oettinger
Blackhawks:
Lukas Reichel -- Reese Johnson -- Andreas Athanasiou
Tyler Johnson -- Jason Dickinson -- Taylor Raddysh
Boris Katchouk -- Jujhar Khaira -- Joey Anderson
Mike Hardman -- MacKenzie Entwistle -- Buddy Robinson
Caleb Jones -- Seth Jones
Jarred Tinordi -- Connor Murphy
Ian Mitchell -- Nikita Zaitsev
Petr Mrazek
Lukas Reichel -- Reese Johnson -- Andreas Athanasiou
Tyler Johnson -- Jason Dickinson -- Taylor Raddysh
Boris Katchouk -- Jujhar Khaira -- Joey Anderson
Mike Hardman -- MacKenzie Entwistle -- Buddy Robinson
Caleb Jones -- Seth Jones
Jarred Tinordi -- Connor Murphy
Ian Mitchell -- Nikita Zaitsev
Petr Mrazek
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Chuck Sommers
About the Author:
Chuck Sommers has camped outside of sportsbooks since he can remember, learning the tricks and nuances of the trade. He still has nightmares of betting $5,000 on the Raiders in the Tuck Rule game but has since turned that to 25 years of veteran handicapping greatness. You can find him mostly in the shadows at the Red Rock or Aliante casinos wondering if the over is cashing on any given Sunday.
