The Chicago Blackhawks (13-14-6) will attempt to break a three-game losing streak when they face the Montreal Canadiens (17-12-4) on the road on Thursday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+.

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As hockey play continues, get ready for the contest by checking out which team we predict will capture the win in Thursday's game.

The Blackhawks' offense has totaled 21 goals over their last 10 games, while their defense has given up 33 goals. They have recorded 28 power-play opportunities during that span, and have scored five goals (17.9%). They are 3-6-1 over those games.

Canadiens vs. Blackhawks Predictions for Thursday

Our computer projection model for this matchup expects a final tally of Canadiens 4, Blackhawks 3.

Moneyline Pick: Canadiens (-189)
Total Pick: Over 5.5 (computer predicts 6.4 goals on average)
Spread Pick: Blackhawks (+1.5)

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Canadiens Splits and Trends

The Canadiens have a 17-12-4 record overall, with a 7-4-11 record in games that have needed overtime.
Montreal has 18 points (8-4-2) in the 14 games it has played that were decided by one goal.
In the four games this season the Canadiens scored only one goal, they've finished 1-3-0 (two points).
Montreal has scored two goals in six games this season (2-4-0 record, four points).
The Canadiens have scored at least three goals in 22 games (14-4-4, 32 points).
In the 10 games when Montreal has recorded a lone power-play goal, it has a 6-4-0 record (12 points).
In the 12 games when it outshot its opponent, Montreal is 5-6-1 (11 points).
The Canadiens have been outshot by opponents in 17 games, going 9-5-3 to register 21 points.

Blackhawks Splits and Trends

The Blackhawks have a record of 13-14-6 this season and are 1-6-7 in overtime matchups.
Chicago has earned 12 points (4-7-4) in its 15 games decided by one goal.
This season the Blackhawks scored only one goal in three games and they lost every time.
When Chicago has scored a pair of goals this season, they've earned six points (2-5-2 record).
The Blackhawks have scored more than two goals in 18 games, earning 26 points from those contests.
This season, Chicago has scored a single power-play goal in 15 games has a record of 7-5-3 in those matchups.
When outshooting its opponent this season, Chicago is 5-4-3 (13 points).
The Blackhawks have been outshot by opponents 21 times this season, and earned 19 points in those games.

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