Chicago Blackhawks vs. Florida Panthers Picks and Prediction for Wednesday November 4, 2026

The Chicago Blackhawks will be on the road Wednesday night for an interconference matchup against the Florida Panthers inside Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET, with coverage available on TNT. Chicago comes into this game 4-10-1 on the year and 0-5-1 on the road, having lost four of the last five overall, including three in a row after a three-goal loss to Colorado last time out. The Florida Panthers stay home Wednesday, 8-5-2 this season, following a two-goal loss to Detroit in their last outing to end a three-game winning streak. Florida comes into Wednesday as a massive -250 home favorite. Chicago is +205, and the total is set at 5.5. Keep up with our NHL Picks.

Chicago hunts their first road win

The Chicago Blackhawks offense is averaging 2.20 goals on 23.1 shots per game this season. Defensively, Chicago has been terrible, allowing 3.87 goals on just over 30 shots per game, and they've given up 17 total goals across their last four losses. Connor Bedard is leading the Chicago offense this season with 10 points. Patrick Kane is second on the roster with nine points, and he leads the team with eight assists. Anton Frondell and Roman Kantserov are both tied for third on the roster with eight points, and Kantserov leads the team with six goals scored.

Spencer Knight was terrible in the net for Chicago last time out, giving up four goals on 28 shots to post an .857 save percentage in just under 59 minutes. Wyatt Kaiser and Roman Kantserov both did the work for the Chicago offense, scoring one goal each.

Key Injury Report for Chicago:

• Bowen Byram (IR) - Nov 7
• Patrick Kane (Out) - Nov 12

Florida looks to defend their ice

The Florida Panthers offense is carrying them this season, averaging 3.13 goals on 28.7 shots per game. Defensively, Florida has held its own, allowing 2.93 goals on 24.5 shots per game. Matthew Tkachuk is leading the Florida offense this season with 21 points and 17 assists. Seth Jones is second on the team with 18 points. Brady Tkachuk is third on the team with 16 points, and he leads the way with eight goals scored. Carter Verhaeghe and Sam Reinhart are both tied for fourth on the team with 13 points each.

Jacob Markstrom struggled between the pipes last time out for Florida, giving up four goals on 28 shots to post a .857 save percentage in just over 57.5 minutes on the ice. Sam Bennett, Sam Reinhart, and Aaron Ekblad did the work for the Florida offense, scoring one goal each.

Key Injury Report for Florida:

• Brad Marchand (IR) - Nov 21
• Aleksander Barkov (IR-LT) - Nov 27
• Jonah Gadjovich (IR-LT) - Nov 28

Chicago Blackhawks vs Florida Panthers Picks and Prediction

Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5

Florida has the advantage in this matchup with its physicality, offensive depth, and ability to control possession in the offensive zone. Chicago has some dangerous young scoring options, including Connor Bedard, but the Blackhawks could struggle against Florida's aggressive forecheck and experienced defensive group. The Panthers should find success creating turnovers and generating scoring opportunities around the net. Florida also has the ability to wear down opposing defenses with sustained offensive pressure and consistent puck movement. Look for the Panthers to establish control early and use their home-ice advantage to pick up the victory.

Total: Over 5.5

Florida has the offensive weapons necessary to put together a strong scoring performance against a Chicago team that has struggled with defensive consistency. The Panthers should find plenty of opportunities around the net, especially if they can establish possession and force Chicago into defensive mistakes. The Blackhawks have enough speed and offensive talent to contribute to the scoring, particularly if Bedard can create opportunities in transition. Florida's aggressive offensive approach could also leave some openings for Chicago on the counterattack. Expect the Panthers to lead the scoring while Chicago contributes enough offense to push this matchup toward the over.

Final Picks: Florida Panthers – 1.5 and Over 5.5