Dallas Stars defeat Chicago Blackhawks 4-0: Recap, Betting Results & AiQ Picks

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 · NHL · Dallas Stars 4, Chicago Blackhawks 0

Dallas Stars defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4–0, covering the -1.5 spread, and the game finished under the 5.5 total.

Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks final score and game recap

The Stars arrived at the United Center and broke through in the second period after a scoreless first. Arttu Hyry had 2 goals and Jason Robertson added a goal and an assist. Dallas added two more in the third while Spencer Knight stopped 28 of 32 shots. The Blackhawks never scored, and the Stars' defense held firm for a shutout.

Who covered the spread in Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks?

Dallas Stars covered the -1.5 spread, winning by four goals. The line did not move from open to close.

Did Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks go over or under the total?

The game went under the 5.5 total, with four combined goals. All scoring occurred in the second and third periods.

How did AiQ's Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks predictions do?

AiQ finished 58–31 across every graded pick.

Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks player prop results

AiQ's player-prop slate was 57–31 overall. Every listed prop hit the under, reflecting the shutout:

Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks game prop results: first period and team totals

Dallas Stars vs. Chicago Blackhawks odds: sportsbook value and line movement

The closing moneyline was Dallas Stars -218 and Chicago Blackhawks +179, implying a 66% win probability for Dallas after removing the 4.4% vig. A $100 wager on Dallas at -218 returned $45.87. AiQ's pre-game expected value calculation placed the Stars at -2.0% using the best available price of -213 at Caesars, indicating the model found the price slightly unfavorable despite liking the side. The market's implied 67% probability aligned with AiQ's calibrated estimate.

Dallas Stars sit at 4–4 overall through eight games, with a 1–2 home record and 3–2 away/neutral. Against the spread in seven games with a recorded closing line, they are 4–3. The total has gone under in all seven of those games. They have won their last two.

Chicago Blackhawks are 3–6 after nine outings. At home they are 3–2, but they remain winless on the road at 0–4. Against the spread in nine games, they are 4–5. The total has gone over six times and under three. They have lost three of their last five.

What's next for Dallas Stars and Chicago Blackhawks?

The Stars host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, October 20. The Blackhawks welcome the Montreal Canadiens on Friday, October 23.