Chicago at Minnesota

Chicago has won two in a row, outscoring the opposition 12-5 to move back into first place. Chicago is #6 in the NHL in goals scored and allowed, plus #2 on the power play. 24-year-old sensation Artemi Panarin scored his first hat trick, and the Blackhawks rallied to beat the New York Rangers 5-3 on Wednesday night. The Blackhawks are 57-27 after scoring five goals or more in their previous game, plus 19-7 following a win. Minnesota has a weak offense, #17 in goals scored and bad specialty units. Despite a three-game win streak, the Wild are on a 4-13 run, and the Blackhawks are 9-4 in the last 13 meetings. Play Chicago.