NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs Philadelphia Flyers, March 26

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions! Tonight, the Chicago Blackhawks continue their Metropolitan Division swing against the Philadelphia Flyers. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis. We break down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how they might play out. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs Philadelphia Flyers

Time: 7:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Season Series: Philadelphia leads 1-0

How to Watch TV: ESPN+, CHSN, NBCSP

Location: Xfinity Mobile Arena

Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks continue their road trip against Trevor Zegras and the Philadelphia Flyers.

These two teams met right before Christmas in Chicago, with the Flyers earning the victory heading into the break. Travis Konecny led the way for Philly with the opening goal and an assist on Noah Cates‘ power play marker. Ryan Donato cut the lead in half in the second period, before Carl Grundstrom sealed the game for Philly with an empty net tally. Samuel Ersson back-stopped the Flyers, stopping 20 of 21 shots for the win. Spencer Knight collected the loss. The Hawks certainly had their opportunities and are looking to pick up a big win in this one.

Blackhawks Aiming to Pick Up Back-to-Back Wins

The Hawks’ road trip started on the right foot with a victory against the Islanders. The third overall selection in 2025, Anton Frondell, made his NHL debut in the game and collected an assist on Ilya Mikheyev‘s goal. However, it was Frank Nazar‘s line that came through in the win. Nick Lardis, in particular, had his best performance in a Blackhawks sweater. He got the Hawks on the board in the first and collected two assists. After Lardis and Mikheyev’s goals, Tyler Bertuzzi scored, before Nazar himself got on the board to give the Hawks a 4-1 lead. The team let up two goals, but Arvid Soderblom shut the door on the Islanders’ furious push. It was a welcome sight to see the Hawks hold onto a late lead. The club is looking for more of the same tonight.

This team felt like it had a different life with Frondell in the lineup. The offence finally came through in a big way, netting three goals in the first period. The stability that Frondell brings to Chicago’s forward group can not be overstated. His line with Bedard and Ryan Greene played well, which allowed Tyler Bertuzzi and Nick Lardis to slot down and play with Nazar. This effect trickled down the entire forward group and provides a very promising sign moving forward. Additionally, youngster Sacha Boisvert is expected to make his NHL debut in this one. In the net, Spencer Knight is likely to be back in the crease tonight, but as always, be sure to check social media before puck drop for lineups and starting goaltender information.