Ducks vs. Blackhawks NHL Picks: Visitors Aiming to Respond Following Heavy Defeat (Oct 19)

Published Oct 18, 3:50pm ET by

Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Oct 18, 3:50pm ET

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The United Center hosts NHL action on Oct 19, 2025. Find the latest NHL odds and our Ducks vs. Blackhawks picks here.

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  • Anaheim Ducks have gone 2-2-0 at the start of the new NHL season
  • Chicago Blackhawks are the highest scoring team in the Central Division.

The NHL schedule rolls on this weekend, and there will be a fascinating showdown in Chicago on Oct 19, as the Blackhawks host the Anaheim Ducks.

Anaheim will be looking to respond following a heavy defeat against the Carolina Hurricanes in their latest outing.

Meanwhile, the Blackhawks have scored an impressive eleven goals in their last two wins. Find our Ducks vs. Blackhawks picks here.

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Sunday, October 19, 2025 @ 7:00 PM ET
Chicago Blackhawks
United Center, Chicago
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Free-Scoring Blackhawks Bidding to Maintain Form

Despite sitting fifth in the Central Division standings, the Chicago Blackhawks have had an excellent start to the NHL season under Jeff Blashill.

Chicago have won in an impressive fashion in their last two games, scoring eleven in wins against the Blues and Mammoth.

Their offensive quality shone through in the recent 8-3 success against the Blues, with Connor Bedard showing his ability after registering two assists.

Ducks Bidding to Respond

The Anaheim Ducks currently sit fifth in the Pacific Division. They have gone 2-2-0 in the NHL so far this term.

However, they will be hoping to respond following a heavy loss at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday.

The Ducks conceded in the opening period of that clash, before allowing three further efforts across the final two frames. Their only goal in response was netted in the second period by Leo Carlsson.

Ducks vs. Blackhawks Head-to-Head Record
TOTAL Ducks Blackhawks DRAWS
WINS 117 57 55 -
GOALS 607 299 308

Ducks vs. Blackhawks NHL Picks

There have been few more eye-catching offensive teams in the NHL over the last seven days than the Chicago Blackhawks.

Their excellent knack of scoring goals could be the key to another home success this weekend. Therefore, they are favored when making Ducks vs. Blackhawks picks.

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