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. For this edition, we will look at the Chicago Blackhawks taking on the Florida Panthers. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-29 season.

NHL Predictions

Chicago Blackhawks vs Florida Panthers

Time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time

TV: ESPN; SN1

We start off the 2025-26 season on NHL predictions with the Panthers trying to get their quest for a third consecutive Stanley Cup off right. However, Connor Bedard and the Blackhawks are going to try and ruin that. Chicago is l

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