ESPN staff Oct 31, 2026, 11:00 AM ET

Halloween is one of the most hockey holidays there is. (If we're allowed to use "hockey" as an adjective.)

Big, scary guys committing acts of violence, along with masks, missing teeth ... and mascots terrifying children .

So before heading out to parties or handing out candy to trick-or-treaters, read up on all 10 matchups on the NHL calendar today.

Here's a look at what you need to know for each game, including betting info and broadcast details:

Odds are provided by DraftKings and subject to change.

Chicago Blackhawks at Boston Bruins

1 p.m. ET (ESPN+) | BOS -225, O/U: 5.5

The team from the land of "Candyman" heads toward the domain of myriad Stephen King novels for a scary matinee.

The B's have won four straight games at home coming into this matchup and are led by superstar David Pastrnak . The Czechia native has seven goals and 11 assists through 14 games.…