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Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

The Blackhawks rank tied for 21st in shots against per game (29.2) and 28th in total shot attempts against this season (233). Chicago is also one of the worst puck possession teams in the NHL, entering tonight 28th in percentage of shot attempts at 5v5 (44.9%).

The Panthers are the -288 favorite (risk $288 to win $100) in the latest Blackhawks vs. Panthers odds, witch Chicago at +233. The over/under for total goals scored is 5.5. Before making any Panthers vs.

The Chicago Blackhawks have activated forward Landon Slaggert from injured reserve. Slaggert missed the first five games of Chicago’s season with a lower-body injury. He took warmups before the team’s Friday night matchup against the Vancouver Canucks, but won’t play, as he continues to ease back into the lineup.

Danny Wirtz has settled into his role as Chicago Blackhawks chairman and CEO. Wirtz wants to be himself, but his father Rocky’s influence looms large.

The Vancouver Canucks will be making a lineup change ahead of their matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks. As per Sportsnet's Dan Murphy, center Teddy Blueger will make his season debut, replacing Aatu Räty. As for the starting goaltender, that will be Kevin Lankinen, who started his NHL career with the Blackhawks.

Former Chicago Blackhawks left wing Daniel Carcillo went out with a bang, ending his NHL career by winning his second Stanley Cup in 2015. More News: Bears could regret Ben Johnson’s newest controversial decision Carcillo was nicknamed “Car Bomb” for his aggressive style of play on the ice.