Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction, 1/12/2026 NHL Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks

Date: Monday, January 12, 2026

Location: United Center in Chicago, IL

TV: Chicago Sports Network

United Center is the location where the Chicago Blackhawks (18-18-7) will go up against the Edmonton Oilers (22-16-6) on Monday.

The Edmonton Oilers were on the right side of the scoreboard with a 4-3 victory against the Jets in their previous contest . The Oilers played really well in the victory. For the matchup, they netted 4 out of the 30 shots they put on goal. Additionally, they had 2 power play chances and were able to score 1 goal. Edmonton had 9 penalty minutes in this matchup.

Edmonton Oilers opponents have earned 125 power play opportunities (19th in the NHL) and have come away with 25 goals in those chances. The Oilers thus far have had 1,196 shots attempted against them and hold a save percentage of .878. Edmonton has taken 1,273 shots and holds a shot percentage of 11.7%. When playing at even strength, the Oilers have given up 121 goals while scoring 108 themselves. Edmonton has 120 power play chances and they have tallied 41 goals out of those tries, garnering them a rate of 34.17%. For the current campaign, they have accumulated 50 points and their points percentage sits at .568. Pertaining to their goal scoring prowess, the Edmonton Oilers have racked up 149 goals (4th in the National Hockey League) for the year and have conceded 146.

Patrolling the crease for the game will be Connor Ingram. Over the course of his pro career, Ingram is sitting with 55 quality starts and his quality starts rate is .529. His save percentage currently is at .901 during his 5,418 minutes in the crease. Ingram has had 3,207 shots taken against him and has accrued 2,890 total saves. Opponents have been able to score 317 goals versus Ingram in his pro hockey career and his goals against average per contest is 3.05. He has amassed an overall record of 42-46-15 and he was named the starter in 104 games. Ingram has been involved in 107 games during his hockey career.

In their last contest, Chicago faced off against the Blues in an outing where the Blackhawks got the victory by a final of 7-3. They had 4 power play opportunities in this one and notched 3 out of those attempts. The Blackhawks tallied 7 goals of the 35 shots on goal they were seeking.

The Blackhawks are sitting with 95 goals at even strength and 28 goals (14th in professional hockey) while on the power play. Chicago has taken 1,088 shots (31st in professional hockey) and has earned a shooting percentage of 11.31%, while allowing their opponents 1,278 shots. On the season, the Chicago Blackhawks have earned a total of 123 goals, 43 points, as well as a points percentage of .500. They have allowed 134 goals to be scored by way of 112 goals at even strength and 22 goals while they were shorthanded. They have a tally of 122 chances on the power play and they have a power play rate of 22.95%. They have accumulated a penalty kill rate of 84.40% on the other teams 141 power play chances, and their save percentage currently sits at 89.5%.

Across the rink you are expected to see Spencer Knight in goal. He has recorded 3,148 saves out of the 3,477 shots attempted, giving him a save percentage of .905. Knight has compiled a lifetime mark of 62-44-15 and has played in 125 contests. He has started in 115 contests and his ice time sits at 5,110 minutes. Knight's quality start rate sits at 53.0% and he has made 61 quality starting assignments in his NHL career. His opposition is averaging 2.86 goals per contest and he has yielded 329 goals overall.

Who will win tonight's NHL game against the spread or moneyline?

Tony's Pick: Take Edmonton

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