West Conf Total of the Month NHL 10*
(NHL) Chicago vs. Los Angeles, 03/19/2024 10:00 PM, Score: 2 - 6
Total: 5.50 | -115.00 Over
Result: Win
#21/22 ASA TOP PLAY ON 6* OVER 5.5 Goals - Chicago Blackhawks at Los Angeles Kings, Tuesday at 10 PM ET - We had our eyes on this one since the Blackhawks got embarrassed on home ice by these Kings less than a week ago by a 5-0 count.  Chicago, though that game was a rare exception, has been scoring better of late.  The Blackhawks have averaged scoring 5 goals per game in their other 5 games the last two weeks!  Chicago took advantage of facing some weaker competition in some of those games but still it builds confidence for this team and now they are out for revenge and playing with more confidence in the offensive zone.  The issue for the Blackhawks is their defensive play and netminding leaves a lot to be desired.  If Soderblom is between the pipes, he is 4-19-1 with a 4.02 GAA this season!  If Mrazek is between the pipes he has been solid on home ice but has struggled badly away from home with a 3-15-1 record and a 3.70 GAA this season on the road!  So, even though we anticipate a solid effort from Chicago in the offensive zone tonight, we also look for them to continue to struggle in terms of goals conceded.  Los Angeles is off a low-scoring loss and the the last 4 times LA was off a defeat they responded with a win each time and scored an average of 4 goals in those victories.  The Kings do have an anticipated tougher game tomorrow versus Minnesota and, since they also beat the Blackhawks 5-0 last week, don't be surprised if the defensive intensity of LA is not at its best tonight.  That being said, we look for Chicago to score multiple goals but struggle badly to stop the Kings as Los Angeles has another big game on offense.  Look for at least 6 in this one!  Over is our play here.