Boston Bruins vs Chicago Blackhawks Head-to-Head

Bruins built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 271 of 511 decided meetings (53%) (plus 78 ties). In the shootout era they are 24-14 against each other (63% Bruins). 78 of their 627 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 28 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.6-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Bruins' 10-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Bruins hold a 14-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1950s produced the deepest sample with 140 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1926, so the rivalry has spanned 100 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Bruins won 5-2 on Jan 17, 2026. Through the 2020s Bruins have led 9-2 between the teams.