Chicago Blackhawks vs Tampa Bay Lightning predictions, Jan 23, 2026

Jan 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Chicago Blackhawks

Tampa Bay Lightning

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In this upcoming NHL matchup, the Chicago Blackhawks will be facing off against the Tampa Bay Lightning at home on January 23, 2026.

The Chicago Blackhawks have had a mixed run of form recently, winning 2 of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Tampa Bay Lightning have been in impressive form, winning 4 of their last 5 matches.

Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, the Chicago Blackhawks have been given a 4.14 odds for a home win, while the Tampa Bay Lightning have a 1.69 odds for an away win. According to our model prediction, there is a 23.6% chance of a home win, 22.1% chance of a draw, and a 53.9% chance of an away win.

Both teams will need to rely on their tactical strengths to secure a positive result in this matchup. Ultimately, it will be a closely contested game between two competitive teams, and the outcome is difficult to predict. Fans can expect an exciting and intense game of hockey between these two teams.

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Chicago
22.8%		 Draw
21.3%		 Tampa Bay
55.9%

Outrights of NHL Tampa Bay Lightning: 11.56% Chicago Blackhawks: 0.17%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 4.14 4.44 1.69

Latest Results

19.01.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Winnipeg Jets – 2:0
17.01.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Boston Bruins – 2:5
15.01.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Calgary Flames – 1:3
12.01.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Edmonton Oilers – 1:4
10.01.26 Nashville Predators – Chicago Blackhawks – 0:3		 20.01.26 Tampa Bay Lightning – San Jose Sharks – 4:1
18.01.26 Dallas Stars – Tampa Bay Lightning – 1:4
16.01.26 St. Louis Blues – Tampa Bay Lightning – 3:2 penalties
13.01.26 Pittsburgh Penguins – Tampa Bay Lightning – 1:2 penalties
12.01.26 Philadelphia Flyers – Tampa Bay Lightning – 1:5

Facts

  • An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 13 and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Chicago won 3.
  • Chicago has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Tampa Bay is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Tampa Bay may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Chicago has had a series of home games.
  • Recently, Tampa Bay has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Tampa Bay is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Chicago won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 52:79. (average 2.6:4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Chicago won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 24:41. (average 2.7:4.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    23.10.25 Tampa Bay Lightning – Chicago Blackhawks – 2:3
    28.01.25 Tampa Bay Lightning – Chicago Blackhawks – 1:4
    24.01.25 Chicago Blackhawks – Tampa Bay Lightning – 3:4 OT
    16.11.23 Chicago Blackhawks – Tampa Bay Lightning – 2:4
    09.11.23 Tampa Bay Lightning – Chicago Blackhawks – 3:5

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 47 31 3 8 5 190:112 76
    2 Dallas Stars 50 24 4 9 13 169:141 65
    3 Minnesota Wild 51 19 9 9 14 164:147 65
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 48 17 7 12 12 161:147 60
    5 Edmonton Oilers 51 20 5 8 18 171:160 58
    6 Utah Mammoth 49 19 6 4 20 153:135 54
    7 San Jose Sharks 49 14 11 3 21 153:173 53
    8 Anaheim Ducks 49 15 10 3 21 163:175 53
    9 Los Angeles Kings 49 13 7 13 16 129:139 53
    10 Seattle Kraken 48 15 6 9 18 133:147 51
    11 Nashville Predators 49 16 7 4 22 141:166 50
    12 Calgary Flames 49 17 4 5 23 127:145 47
    13 Chicago Blackhawks 49 16 4 7 22 135:154 47
    14 Winnipeg Jets 49 18 2 6 23 147:151 46
    15 St. Louis Blues 50 18 1 8 23 121:171 46
    16 Vancouver Canucks 49 10 6 5 28 129:180 37

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tampa Bay Lightning 48 25 6 4 13 170:121 66
    2 Carolina Hurricanes 50 22 9 4 15 173:145 66
    3 Detroit Red Wings 50 21 9 4 16 157:153 64
    4 Montreal Canadiens 50 18 10 7 15 172:167 63
    5 Buffalo Sabres 49 21 6 5 17 163:153 59
    6 New York Islanders 49 18 9 5 17 145:137 59
    7 Boston Bruins 50 21 7 2 20 166:156 58
    8 Pittsburgh Penguins 48 19 4 11 14 156:147 57
    9 Toronto Maple Leafs 49 17 7 8 17 165:164 56
    10 Philadelphia Flyers 48 16 7 8 17 143:150 54
    11 Washington Capitals 50 21 3 6 20 159:148 54
    12 New Jersey Devils 50 17 9 2 22 131:151 54
    13 Florida Panthers 48 22 3 3 20 146:160 53
    14 Ottawa Senators 49 18 5 7 19 163:164 53
    15 Columbus Blue Jackets 49 13 9 7 20 149:164 51
    16 New York Rangers 51 14 7 6 24 138:159 48

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.4 (24.65%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 7.25 (11.56%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 8.75 (9.58%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 9 (9.31%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 10.75 (7.8%)

    6. Florida Panthers: 12.5 (6.71%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 17 (4.93%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 22 (3.81%)

    9. Washington Capitals: 30 (2.79%)

    10. Toronto Maple Leafs: 43.5 (1.93%)

    11. Los Angeles Kings: 43.5 (1.93%)

    12. Montreal Canadiens: 51 (1.64%)

    13. Detroit Red Wings: 56 (1.5%)

    14. Buffalo Sabres: 61 (1.37%)

    15. New Jersey Devils: 71 (1.18%)

    16. Ottawa Senators: 71 (1.18%)

    17. Utah Mammoth: 71 (1.18%)

    18. New York Islanders: 71.5 (1.17%)

    19. Anaheim Ducks: 101 (0.83%)

    20. Pittsburgh Penguins: 101 (0.83%)

    21. Winnipeg Jets: 126 (0.67%)

    22. Philadelphia Flyers: 126 (0.67%)

    23. Nashville Predators: 151 (0.56%)

    24. Boston Bruins: 201 (0.42%)

    25. Columbus Blue Jackets: 251 (0.33%)

    26. New York Rangers: 301 (0.28%)

    27. San Jose Sharks: 326 (0.26%)

    28. Seattle Kraken: 351 (0.24%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 351 (0.24%)

    30. St. Louis Blues: 501 (0.17%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 501 (0.17%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 626 (0.13%)

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