What Are the Blackhawks Stanley Cup Chances?
The Blackhawks Stanley Cup chances in 2026 are .25%, according to implied probability from FanDuel Illinois odds. But the 2026 Stanley Cup Final odds have been released.
Hockey is one of the most difficult sports in which to make an immediate impact, so it will obviously take some time for third-year standout Connor Bedard and the Blackhawks to become a playoff team, no matter how much individual success he enjoys in his third year.
| ⬇️ Blackhawks Playoff Chances | OTB |
| ⬆️ Blackhawks Miss Playoffs | +2500 |
| ⏸️ Blackhawks Win Stanley Cup 2026 | .2% |
| ⏸️ Blackhawks Win Western Conf. | .4% |
| 🚨 Blackhawks Win Central Div. | OTB |
| 🚨 Blackhawks Win Pres. Trophy | OTB |
| ✅ Last Verified: | December 31, 2025 |
Do the Blackhawks have a Chance to Win the Stanley Cup?
Yes, the Blackhawks have a .2% chance of winning the Stanley Cup in 2026, which is currently the lowest odds in the NHL.
Blackhawks Week-by-Week Stanley Cup Chances
Chicago's Stanley Cup chances have not changed too much over the past few weeks. But, as you can see below, the Blackhawks' chances have remained down.
| Jun. 26 | ➖ 0.2% |
| June 30 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Oct 7 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Oct 23 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Oct 30 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Nov 5 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Nov 12 | ➖ 0.25% |
| Nov 19 | ➖ 0.25% |
| Nov 26 | ➖ 0.25% |
| Dec 3 | ➖ 0.25% |
| Dec 10 | ➖ 0.25% |
| Dec 17 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Dec 24 | ➖ 0.2% |
| Dec 31 | ➖ 0.2% |
Chicago Blackhawks Stanley Cup Playoff Chances: Key Updates December 2025
Here's what has happened to the Blackhawks that has changed their playoff chances and outlook this season:
- 📅 Dec. 20, 2025: Frank Nazar suffers an upper-body injury and is set to miss time.
- 📅 Dec 12, 2025: Connor Bedard sustains an upper-body injury and is out until January.
- 📅 Jun. 27, 2025: The Blackhawks draft Anton Frondell with the third overall pick.
- 📅 Mar. 21, 2025: The Blackhawks were officially eliminated from playoff contention following a 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings at the United Center. This will be their fifth straight season missing the playoffs.
- 📅 Jan. 24, 2025: The Blackhawks trade Taylor Hall to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for a third-round pick in 2025.
- 📅 Jan. 14, 2025: Connor Bedard becomes the 24th teenager to reach 100 points in his career.
Chicago Blackhawks Schedule and Betting Lines
Here is a list of the next few games and lineups for the Blackhawks.
Key Contributors Toward Chicago Blackhawks Stanley Cup Chances
The Blackhawks have several young players and a few veterans who balance their team. Aside from Bedard, they have contributors like Teuvo Teravainen, Ryan Donato, and Tyler Bertuzzi. They also just drafted Anton Frondell with the third overall pick.
Spencer Knight is the newest member of the Blackhawks and will possibly be the starting goalie for the foreseeable future.
Where Can I Bet on the Blackhawks to Win the Stanley Cup?
Bettors who are 21 years of age or older can currently take advantage of Illinois sportsbook promos in two different ways, either in person at retail locations or online through betting apps.
Illinois sports betting was legalized in the state in 2019, then Illinois betting apps launched a year later in 2020. There are now eight online Illinois sportsbooks you can use to bet on the Blackhawks: BetRivers, BetMGM, Circa, Caesars, DraftKings, ESPN BET, Fanatics/PointsBet, and FanDuel. Bally Bet and Hard Rock Bet are coming online soon.
There are also 14 retail IL sportsbooks where you can bet on the Blackhawks in person:
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Looking Ahead: Blackhawks Stanley Cup Playoffs Picture
Chicago's playoff odds are at +700, which translates to a 12.5% chance. Despite a better start than predicted, oddsmakers don't trust the Blackhawks yet.
Where Do the Blackhawks Rank in the Western Conference Playoff Picture?
The Blackhawks are currently projected to be the second-worst team in the Western Conference.
Where Do the Blackhawks Rank in the Central Division?
Chicago is currently seventh in the Central Division, but most projections have them finishing last.
Where Do the Chicago Blackhawks Rank to Win the 2026 Stanley Cup?
The Blackhawks currently have the longest odds to win the 2026 Stanley Cup.
Blackhawks Playoff Picture Outlook & Postseason Predictions
The Blackhawks' playoff odds for 2026 are +2500, which translates to a 3.85% chance.
While Connor Bedard is viewed as a franchise savior, he cannot improve this team overnight. He will continue to grow and improve, but he needs a lot more help in order to make this team a playoff contender. The Hawks will need to add more pieces and a better system to help facilitate a turnaround. With Bedard out until at least mid-January, the Hawks need to survive without him.
Who to Root for if You’re a Chicago Blackhawks Fan?
This is a tough proposition for the NHL's most dedicated fans, who desperately want the team to get back to the Stanley Cup Finals again. Sometimes, the only way to get better is to go through the growing pains of losing and get another top draft pick like Connor Bedard.
Remember, Jonathan Toews would not have won a Stanley Cup Final without Patrick Kane, and vice versa. Toews and Kane were selected highly in consecutive NHL Drafts, but they won three Stanley Cups only after suffering through a few losing seasons together.
The same thing will have to happen for the Blackhawks with Bedard if they are going to become true championship contenders again. Building a Stanley Cup champion takes time, and fans just need to be patient.
Blackhawks Stanley Cup Playoff Chances FAQs
The Blackhawks' latest odds to make the playoffs are +2500, which equates to a 3.85% chance. Oddsmakers have reduced their odds, as the Hawks are in flux: two of their best players, Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar, are out with upper-body injuries.
The Chicago Blackhawks last won the Stanley Cup in 2015 when they beat the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Final in six games on June 15, 2015. Patrick Kane led the playoff series for the Blackhawks in points scored with 23.
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