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Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction (Jan 04, 2027)

Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks — Jan 04, 2027

Model last updated: Aug 08, 2026 09:40 AM PDT; data source: schedule_predictions.csv

Detailed NHL game prediction for Montreal Canadiens vs Chicago Blackhawks: pregame win probabilities, expected goals, and projected totals from our NHLForecasts model.

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Pregame win probability: Montreal Canadiens 57.2% • Chicago Blackhawks 42.8%

Expected goals: Montreal Canadiens 2.63 — Chicago Blackhawks 2.80 • Median total: 6.0

Expected Goals Comparison

Montreal Canadiens
3.44
xG/game (Season)
Chicago Blackhawks
2.84
xG/game (Season)