The Blackhawks have only two wins in eight games, but both came home at United Center where they are undefeated on the season. For this game, they've had a day of rest, unlike the Blue Jackets who are coming off a shootout win against Florida on Thursday.

Blue Jackets are 1-5 in their last 6 games playing on 0 days rest. Blue Jackets are 1-6 in their last 7 in the third game of a 3-in-4 situation. Blue Jackets are 1-4 in their last 5 games as a road favorite. Blackhawks are 6-1 in their last 7 home games. Blackhawks are 5-2 in their last 7 games as a home underdog. Blue Jackets are 2-10 in the last 12 meetings in Chicago.

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