NHL prediction
Chicago Blackhawks vs Tampa Bay Lightning prediction
GetCloseline.io's model has graded this game — the pick is in today's premium card.
Members get every graded pick before the games start. Free members get the day's best plays on Telegram.
Odds
| Moneyline | Chicago Blackhawks +315 · Tampa Bay Lightning -435 |
| Spread | Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 |
| Total | 6.5 |
Latest line across FanDuel, Bovada.
Matchup
Chicago Blackhawks visit Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM CT, on ESPN+.
On the moneyline the market favors Tampa Bay Lightning at -435, with Chicago Blackhawks at +315 — once the bookmaker margin is removed, that prices Tampa Bay Lightning at about 77% to win.
The spread has Tampa Bay Lightning at -1.5 and Chicago Blackhawks at +1.5.
The game total is 6.5.
Our NHL record
| All-time | 46-27 (63%) · 1 push |
| This season (since Sep 1, 2026) | 46-27 (63%) |
| Last 14 days | 15-11 (58%) |
Win rate and record of every NHL pick sent to members on the current model, graded after the final whistle. Full track record →
Analysis only · not financial advice · 21+ · bet responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.