The Winnipeg Jets (34-15-5) take on the Chicago Blackhawks (15-39-3) Friday at United Center. Puck drop is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Jets'vs. Blackhawks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.
The Jets had a couple of days of rest after splitting a back-to-back with Calgary and Minnesota. They tamed the Minnesota Wild Tuesday with a 6-3 victory as -141 favorites. C Gabe Villardi had 2 goals in the W, and he has 4 goals and 4 assists in the last 3 games.
The young Blackhawks dropped 2 games this week with a 6-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes Monday and a 3-1 setback Wednesday against the Philadelphia Flyers. C Connor Bedard has 2 goals and 4 assists in his 4 games back from a broken jaw.
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