Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled and offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups.

Montreal Canadiens emerging star, Lane Hutson's points prop will be the best bet to target as they take on the Chicago Blackhawks.

Following the 1,000th win in franchise history, the Nashville Predators are back on home ice tonight to host the Chicago Blackhawks for a 7 p.m. CT puck drop at Bridgestone Arena. This evening’s contest is the second of four meetings between the two clubs this season;

The Chicago Blackhawks and Nashville Predators haven’t had much to cheer about this season, sitting in the last two spots in the Central Division. There aren’t many teams out of the playoff picture in the league,