Chicago Blackhawks vs. Vancouver Canucks Picks and Prediction for Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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The Chicago Blackhawks continue a Western Canada swing with a visit to Rogers Arena to face the Vancouver Canucks. Chicago has cooled off after a solid start, dropping three straight, while Vancouver is looking to climb back above .500 after a turbulent first month. The opening faceoff will be at 10:00 PM ET, and the game will stream on ESPN+. Don’t get iced out — skate with our expert NHL predictions.
Blackhawks Preview
Chicago enters at 5-5-3 overall and 2-3-2 on the road. The Blackhawks have scored 3.00 goals per game while allowing 2.85, behind the playmaking of Connor Bedard. The 19-year-old leads the team with 16 points through 13 games, combining six goals and ten assists with two power-play tallies. Bedard has been central to a power play converting at 17.5%, though the unit has struggled to sustain zone pressure in recent outings. Spencer Knight has emerged as the team’s best option in net with a 2.63 goals-against average and a .913 save percentage. The issue for Chicago has been maintaining leads late, as the penalty kill has allowed 10 goals and sits just above 80%. 
Canucks Preview
Vancouver’s 7-7-0 record is a reflection of inconsistency more than its ability. The Canucks have dropped four of the last six but snapped a skid with an overtime win at Nashville. Conor Garland leads the team with 11 points, while Kiefer Sherwood’s nine goals have been a pleasant surprise. Garland’s absence due to injury limits the top-six production, but Thatcher Demko continues to give Vancouver a chance most nights, carrying a 2.57 GAA and .911 save percentage. Vancouver’s power play has been slightly stronger than Chicago’s at 20%, yet the penalty kill has been a clear weakness, operating at just 69.4% and allowing 15 goals when short-handed. That special-teams gap could play a deciding role against a disciplined Chicago side.
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Canucks vs Blackhawks Pick
Oddsmakers have Vancouver as a slight home favorite at -120 on the moneyline, with the total set around 6 goals. The Canucks’ struggles on the penalty kill and recent defensive lapses suggest Chicago could generate quality looks despite being on the road. However, Vancouver’s balanced scoring and goaltending advantage give the advantage slightly to the home side.
Prediction: Vancouver Canucks 4, Chicago Blackhawks 3
Best Picks
- Vancouver moneyline (-120)
- Over 6 goals (-110)
- Connor Bedard anytime point (prop)
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