The Chicago Blackhawks host the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday at 8 p.m. EDT at the United Center as the home team looks to break out of a three-game losing skid. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two franchises during the current season.
Team Records and Matchup Details
Entering the contest, the Chicago Blackhawks hold a 3-8 overall record alongside a 3-4-0 mark when playing at home. The team has struggled in discipline-related situations, posting a 1-3-0 record in matchups where they committed more penalties than their opponents. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings arrive with a 3-5-2 overall record and a 2-2-2 performance in away games. The visitors have experienced tight competition on the road, maintaining a 1-1-2 record in games decided by a single goal.
Betting markets list the Los Angeles Kings as the favorites with a -123 line, while the Chicago Blackhawks sit at +101. The over/under threshold for total goals scored is set at 6.
Player Injuries and Roster Status
Both squads face notable roster constraints due to injuries heading into the evening matchup. The Chicago Blackhawks will be without defenseman Ryan Ellis, who is sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a back injury. Additionally, Bowen Byram is listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
The Los Angeles Kings report a more extensive injury report. The lineup will miss Jakub Dvorak due to an upper-body issue, Mats Zuccarello due to an upper-body injury, Kevin Fiala because of a leg injury, Jan Jenik with an undisclosed injury, and Alex Turcotte also dealing with an undisclosed injury. Furthermore, Quinton Byfield is listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
Tuesday’s game gets underway at 8 p.m. EDT as Chicago attempts to improve its 3-8 overall standing against Los Angeles.
