Published Nov 18, 3:28am ET by
Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Nov 18, 3:28am ET
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Updated Nov 18, 3:28am ET
Competitive action from the Western Conference of the NHL is set for Nov 18, as the Chicago Blackhawks host the Calgary Flames.
The Blackhawks have enjoyed a progressive start to the campaign, going 9-5-4 across their opening 18 games. Chicago have also won five of their previous ten.
The Flames have endured a contrasting start to the season, as they sit bottom of the Pacific Division. Calgary have lost 12 times in regulation, and they have the worst offensive record in the Western Conference.
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| Chicago Blackhawks | -160 |
| Calgary Flames | +141 |
The Blackhawks have enjoyed a positive start to the season, and they could yet emerge as a shock contender for a playoff spot.
Chicago have won half of their 18 games in the NHL so far this term, and they currently boast the best defensive record in the Western Conference. Their positive momentum has continued across their last ten games, winning on five occasions.
Meanwhile, confidence levels should be high following a dramatic 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in their latest outing.
The 2025-26 season has been a struggle for the Calgary Flames to this point. They have won just five of their 20 games, and they have scored the lowest accumulation of goals in the Pacific Division.
Meanwhile, their poor sequence has continued across their last ten, winning just three times and losing five in regulation time.
The Flames were last in action over the weekend, as they pushed the Winnipeg Jets to their limit before losing in a shootout.
| TOTAL | Flames | Blackhawks | DRAWS | |
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| WINS | 207 | 89 | 92 | - |
| GOALS | 1249 | 608 | 641 |
It is challenging to foresee the Flames reversing their fortunes in the NHL this week. Therefore, the logical angle will be to side with a home win when making Flames vs. Blackhawks picks.
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Pick
Chicago Blackhawks (-113)
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