{"id":478870,"date":"2025-12-01T20:21:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T01:21:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/?p=478870"},"modified":"2025-12-01T20:21:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T01:21:37","slug":"nhl-predictions-dec-2-chicago-blackhakwks-vs-vegas-golden-knights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/12\/01\/nhl-predictions-dec-2-chicago-blackhakwks-vs-vegas-golden-knights\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL Predictions: Dec 2 Chicago Blackhakwks vs Vegas Golden Knights"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0<em>Last Word on Hockey<\/em> 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 hosting the Vegas Golden Knights. Don\u2019t forget to check out more <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/category\/nhl-predictions\/\" target=\"_self\">NHL Predictions<\/a>, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.<\/p>\n<h2>NHL Predictions<\/h2>\n<p><a id=\"-Xn2M5YeQpdxrbncs2_WPA\" class=\"gie-single\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2194477894\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'-Xn2M5YeQpdxrbncs2_WPA',sig:'pEhFHwr0xhTSJm21XhGFBDN8L3bXsu4SdeooaTQZ6Is=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2194477894',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers<\/h3>\n<h3>2024-25 Season Series: Wild 1-2 Oilers<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/full-guide-for-how-to-stream-and-watch-nhl-hockey-games\/\" target=\"_self\">How to Watch<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S. TV:<\/strong> Fan Duel Sports North; Fan Duel Sports Wisconsin; ESPN+<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV:<\/strong> SN1<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>We open up NHL predictions with the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/28\/nhl-predictions-nov-28-colorado-avalanche-vs-minnesota-wild\/\" target=\"_self\">Minnesota Wild<\/a> taking on the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/28\/nhl-rumours-edmonton-oilers-checking-goalie-market\/\" target=\"_self\"> Edmonton Oilers<\/a>. Minnesota will start <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/w\/wallsje01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jesper Wallstedt<\/a> in goal for this game. The Wild are 8-0-2 in the last 10 games, with the only setbacks coming via overtime or a shootout. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kapriki01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kirill Kaprizov<\/a> leads the team in goals (17) and points (31). He&#8217;s also tied wth <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/boldyma01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Matt Boldy<\/a> for the lead in assists with 14.<\/p>\n<p>The embattled <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/skinnst01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stuart Skinner<\/a> is the projected starter for the Oilers, who are 5-4-1 in the last 10 games. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Edmonton has dropped four out of its last six games despite the win over the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/09\/27\/seattle-kraken-forward-out-after-hand-injury\/\" target=\"_self\">Seattle Kraken<\/a> last time out. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/mcdavco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Connor McDavid<\/a> is first on the team in assists (25) and points (36), and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/d\/draisle01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Leon Draisaitl<\/a> is tops in goals with 15.<\/p>\n<p>Both teams are looking for a win. However, the Wild should get the bounce-back victory.<\/p>\n<p>Prediction: Wild win 4-3.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h3>Chicago Blackhawks vs Vegas Golden Knights<\/h3>\n<h3>2024-25 Season Series: Wild 1-2 Oilers<\/h3>\n<p>How to Watch:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S. TV:<\/strong> Hulu; ESPN+<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV:<\/strong> Sportsnet<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our featured game of NHL predictions has the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/30\/nhl-predictions-november-30-anaheim-ducks-chicago-blackhawks\/\" target=\"_self\"> Chicago Blackhawks<\/a> visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/26\/nhl-predictions-ottawa-senators-edition-vegas-golden-knights-november-26\/\" target=\"_self\">Vegas Golden Knights.<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/knighsp01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spencer Knight<\/a> is the probable starter for the Blackhawks, who are 4-4-2 in the last 10 games. Chicago stopped a five-game losing streak with a victory over the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/25\/anaheim-ducks-quarter-season-analysis-shows-a-team-ahead-of-schedule\/\" target=\"_self\">Anaheim Ducks<\/a> on Sunday. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/bedarco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Connor Bedard<\/a> is leading the Blackhawks in goals (16), assists (21), and points (37).<\/p>\n<p>Vegas could go with the controversial <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/h\/hartca01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carter Hart<\/a> in goal for this game. This would be<a  href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nhl\/story\/_\/id\/47167621\/golden-knights-carter-hart-debut-vs-blackhawks\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Hart&#8217;s first start<\/a> since his acquittal in the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/07\/24\/update-regarding-hockey-canada-sexual-assault-trial\/\" target=\"_self\">Hockey Canada<\/a> scandal. Hart had some struggles with Henderson in the AHL, but insider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/w\/weekeke01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kevin Weekes<\/a> said that Hart is expected to draw the start. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/e\/eicheja01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jack Eichel<\/a> is tied for first in goals (11) and leads in assists (21) and points (32).<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;ll be interesting to see how Hart reacts, but the team in front of him will help him.<\/p>\n<p>Prediction: Golden Knights win 4-2.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p>v<a id=\"jZhDXj9dS41SaNn9bMlZYQ\" class=\"gie-single\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2247279008\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'jZhDXj9dS41SaNn9bMlZYQ',sig:'KHrtRXx05om0RsxAaR_k2R-Fwv-xjp0KAPRHQCBKTQk=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2247279008',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Washington Capitals vs Los Angeles Kings<\/h3>\n<h3>Head-to-Head: Capitals 1-0 Kings<\/h3>\n<p>How to Watch:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S. TV:<\/strong> Fan Duel Sports West; Monumental Sports Network; ESPN+<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our final game of NHL predictions has the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/30\/nhl-predictions-nov-30-washington-capitals-vs-new-york-islanders\/\" target=\"_self\">Washington Capitals<\/a> looking for the season sweep over the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/16\/report-los-angeles-kings-extend-star-forward\/\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Kings.<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/t\/thomplo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Logan Thompson<\/a> is the probable starter for Washington, which is 7-2-1 in the last 10 games. This includes victories in seven of the Capitals&#8217; last eight games. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/w\/wilsoto01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tom Wilson<\/a> is first on the club in goals (15) and points (29) this campaign for the Capitals.<\/p>\n<p>Former Washington goalie <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kuempda01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Darcy Kuemper<\/a> is the likely starter for the Kings, who are 6-1-3 in the last 10 games. However, Los Angeles has lost five of its previous seven games entering this late-night matchup. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/f\/fialake01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kevin Fiala<\/a> is topping a balanced attack with 10 goals, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kempead01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adrian Kempe<\/a> is first in points with 22.<\/p>\n<p>Washington has been playing well as of late and should get the win.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Capitals win 3-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Prop Bets of the Night<\/h3>\n<p>We close out NHL predictions with some prop bets of the night. Let&#8217;s go back to our featured game for favourite props. The over\/under for the Blackhawks versus the Golden Knights is 6.5, and we like the under in this game.<\/p>\n<p>As for individual props, go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/bertuty01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tyler Bertuzzi<\/a> to get an anytime goal for Chicago. On the Vegas side of things, take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/marnemi01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-12-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mitch Marner<\/a> to collect at least one assist.<\/p>\n<p><em>Main photo by: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content content-styled max-w-none\">\n<p><em><strong>Please play responsibly, check for your local rules and age restrictions; some jurisdictions require ages 21+. 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