Vegas has lost 11 games in overtimes or shootouts and now the Golden Knights are blowing games in the final minutes of regulation such as they did on Friday in a 4-3 loss to St. Louis. The Knights lost their fourth in a row when Brayden Schenn scored the game-winner on a deflection with 1:33 remaining for Vegas' seventh loss in eight games. Chicago has won two straight after defeating Washington 3-2 on Saturday. Nick Foligno scored the decisive goal in the fifth shootout round for the Blackhawks. Vegas has lost four in a row against Central Division teams and four of five versus opponents with losing records. Carter Hart is likely for the Golden Knights after allowing 14 goals his past three starts and all were losses. Take the Blackhawks.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on January 04, 2026 at 11:11AM ET.
Vegas at Chicago
January 4, 2026
2 units on Chicago +225 (moneyline) (risk 2 to return 6.5)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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