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Red Wings vs. Blackhawks prediction: Why Detroit is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [12/13/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Detroit Red Wings vs Chicago Blackhawks predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit redwings are scheduled to meet in the NHL at United Center on Saturday, with puck drop at 8:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Red Wings as the most likely winner of the Red Wings vs. Blackhawks game.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Red Wings vs. Hawks prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Red Wings and Blackhawks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Red Wings a 58% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.
According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Red Wings vs. Blackhawks odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Wings | Blackhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+130) | +1.5 (-152) |
| Moneyline | -190 | +162 |
| Total | o6.5 (+105) | u6.5 (-124) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Wings vs. Blackhawks picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Blackhawks +1.5 | -152 |
| Moneyline | Blackhawks | +162 |
| Total | Over 6.5 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blackhawks to win.
Red Wings vs. Blackhawks player props
Who will score a goal in Red Wings vs. Blackhawks?
According to our model, Alex DeBrincat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Blackhawks.
Our projections give DeBrincat a 38.8% chance of scoring a goal at United Center, while the star is an 8.3% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 38.8% |
| Dylan Larkin | 36.6% |
| Lucas Raymond | 31.8% |
| Patrick Kane | 24.3% |
| Emmitt Finnie | 19.5% |
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 38.2% |
| Frank Nazar | 28.1% |
| Ryan Donato | 27.4% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 26.2% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 23.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 8.3% |
| Dylan Larkin | 7.8% |
| Lucas Raymond | 5.4% |
| Patrick Kane | 4.2% |
| Emmitt Finnie | 3.8% |
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 7.3% |
| Frank Nazar | 5.0% |
| Ryan Donato | 4.7% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 4.7% |
| Teuvo Teravainen | 4.0% |
Red Wings vs. Hawks game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Blackhawks and Red Wings at United Center is scheduled to start at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Chicago Blackhawks
- Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: United Center
Conclusion
We predict the Red Wings, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Red Wings vs. Blackhawks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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