The Nashville Predators host the Anaheim Ducks in an NHL matchup with the Predators favored at home. Both teams enter with recent inconsistent form, Predators on a three-game losing streak while Ducks have lost two in a row. The teams have had relatively balanced recent contests, but Predators possess home advantage and a slightly stronger goaltending duo.
Key Factors to Consider
Nashville is 2-2-2 and on a three-game losing streak, showing some defensive frailties but capable offensive contributions. Anaheim is 2-2-1 but also struggling for consistency, losing their last two games. Both teams average just over 5 goals combined per game, pointing to relatively low-scoring affairs.
In their recent 10 meetings, Anaheim has won 5, Nashville 5, indicating evenly matched history. Anaheim won their last 3 encounters including a 4-1 win at Nashville, but that was several games ago.
No significant injuries publicly reported for either team affecting critical players or goalies. Starting goalies Juuse Saros (Nashville) and Lukas Dostal (Anaheim) expected to start.
No major external motivators such as playoff elimination or streaks beyond current form. Home ice at Bridgestone favors Nashville slightly.
With these teams mid-standings in their divisions, motivation is moderate; Predators may be more desperate to snap losing streak at home.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
home: -125, away: +105
Nashville Predators
★★★☆☆ 68%
Spread
home_minus_1.5: +195, away_plus_1.5: -238
Nashville Predators -1.5
★★★☆☆ 60%
Over/under
over_6.5: +114, under_6.5: -135
Under 6.5
★★★☆☆ 62%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Nashville Predators 8%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 6.5 -1%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Nashville Predators at 8% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 10% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Nashville Predators to win straight up (moneyline), cover the -1.5 goal spread, and total goals under 6.5
Central Division matchup between Winnipeg Jets, riding a three-game win streak, and struggling Nashville Predators, who have lost two straight.
Key Factors to Consider
Winnipeg is on a three-game win streak, most recently defeating Philadelphia 5-2, with offensive balance and solid goaltending. Nashville has lost back-to-back games, including a 3-2 (OT) loss to Montreal, showing inconsistency, especially on the road[5].
In their last meeting, Nashville won 2-1, but recent form favors Winnipeg significantly[5].
No major injury updates for either team are indicated in available sources[5].
Winnipeg enjoys home-ice advantage and higher team morale from recent results. Nashville is on the road and lacks momentum.
Jets seek to extend their winning streak and assert dominance in the division. Predators need to halt their slide but face a challenging road environment.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Jets -185, Predators +154
Jets Moneyline
★★★★☆ 72%
Spread
Jets -1.5 +136, Predators +1.5 -162
Jets -1.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 5.5 -125, Under 5.5 +105
Over 5.5
★★★☆☆ 68%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Winnipeg Jets 57%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 5.5 8%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Winnipeg Jets at 57% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 37.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Winnipeg Jets are favored to win at home, supported by superior recent form and home advantage. Expect a game with over 5.5 total goals.
The Toronto Maple Leafs (1-1-0) host the Nashville Predators (1-0-1) in an NHL matchup early in the season. Toronto enters with mixed recent results but strong home trends versus Nashville, who come off solid performances including a recent 4-1 road win but struggle in second legs of back-to-backs.
Key Factors to Consider
Toronto has averaged 3.33 goals/game but concedes 3.67, showing defensive instability. Nashville averages 2.67 goals/game and stronger defense, allowing 1.67. Toronto has been more successful at home, winning 10 of last 13 overall; Nashville has lost many second-leg back-to-back games.
Toronto has won the last 4 home games against Nashville, including covering the puck line consistently. Nashville won their last meeting 5-2 but struggle to cover the puck line on the road against teams on losing streaks.
No significant injuries reported for either team impacting key players, maintaining full competitive squads.
Toronto plays at home with last line of defense Anthony Stolarz having allowed 9 goals on 79 shots, while Nashville's Juuse Saros has been more reliable with 5 goals allowed on 94 shots.
Toronto seeks to rebound strongly at home after a recent loss, motivated by past success against Nashville on home ice. Nashville aims to avoid collapse on second night of back-to-back but face a tough environment.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Toronto Maple Leafs: -205, Nashville Predators: 170
Toronto Maple Leafs
★★★★☆ 72%
Spread
Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5: 124, Nashville Predators +1.5: -148
Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 6.5: 102, Under 6.5: -122
Under 6.5
★★★☆☆ 60%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Toronto Maple Leafs -6%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 6.5 0%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 6.5 at 0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto Maple Leafs to win the moneyline, cover the spread (-1.5), and the game to go under 6.5 goals.
Predicted Score: Toronto Maple Leafs 4 – Nashville Predators 2
Ottawa Senators, playing at home, have shown superior recent form and historical dominance over the Nashville Predators. Both teams start this season with 1-0-0 records, but Ottawa demonstrated more offensive firepower and consistency in recent matchups.
Key Factors to Consider
Ottawa Senators are coming off a strong start with a 1-0-0 record and have won 4 of the last 6 head-to-head games against Nashville. Predators are also 1-0-0 but have struggled historically in this matchup.
In the last 6 meetings, Ottawa won 4, including recent games where they covered the spread and won on the moneyline, indicating a favorable matchup against Nashville.
No specific injury reports found for either team ahead of this matchup, suggesting both sides likely to field strong lineups.
The game takes place at Ottawa's Canadian Tire Centre, giving the Senators home ice advantage. Public betting heavily favors Ottawa, with 100% of public bets backing them.
Both teams are motivated to sustain winning momentum early in the season, but Ottawa's superior recent results and home advantage increase their incentive and confidence.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Ottawa -148, Nashville +118
Ottawa Senators
★★★★☆ 78%
Spread
Ottawa -1.5 +180, Nashville +1.5 -222
Ottawa Senators -1.5
★★★★☆ 70%
Over/under
Over 6.5 +105, Under 6.5 -125
Over 6.5
★★★☆☆ 65%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Ottawa Senators 1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
N/A
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Predicted Outcome
Ottawa Senators to win outright on the moneyline; to cover the -1.5 puck line; and the game to go over 6.5 goals.
The Nashville Predators visit the Utah Mammoth for the inaugural game of Utah's Mammoth era, marking the start of the latter's rebranded second NHL season. The Predators bring established experience, while Utah is adjusting to a new identity and fanbase.
Key Factors to Consider
No current-season performance data is available, as this is opening night for both teams. The Predators are a seasoned mid-tier club; the Mammoth roster remains unproven in their new branding.
No previous direct head-to-head matchups as the Mammoth is playing its first game under this identity. The previous Utah franchise (Hockey Club) was not in direct competition with Nashville.
No injury information available for either team; assume rosters are at full strength for opening night.
Utah is debuting their new Mammoth branding at home, which could fuel a high-energy crowd and locker-room motivation. However, the team is still adapting to a significant identity change.
The Mammoth are highly motivated to make a statement in their first game. The Predators, meanwhile, are on the road after a long break and may be vulnerable to a slow start in a charged environment.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Utah -106, Nashville -118
Utah Mammoth (moneyline)
★★★★☆ 78%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Utah Mammoth 1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
N/A
🔥 Best Value Pick: Utah Mammoth at 1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Utah wins by 1, 3-2, in a high-energy opener. Expect a fast-paced but sloppy game, with Utah riding home-ice momentum to an inaugural victory.
The Nashville Predators (projected by oddsmakers to be playoff fringe contenders) host the perennially rebuilding Columbus Blue Jackets. The Preds are slight favorites at home, but Columbus boasts a young roster capable of upset potential even as road underdogs.
Key Factors to Consider
Nashville is expected to finish around 85.5 points this season, reflecting modest expectations, but has historically been tough at home. Columbus is firmly in the lower tier of the league based on long-term Stanley Cup odds (+8000 vs. +9000 for Nashville)[1][5]. The Predators' advanced analytics (58.34% win probability) suggest a solid advantage, though real-world results may be tighter due to roster talent[6].
Recent head-to-head data specific to these rosters is not available, but Nashville generally performs well against weaker Eastern teams at home.
No major injuries reported for either team ahead of this game. Columbus will miss defenseman Christian Jaros, who signed with Spartak Moscow, but this is not expected to significantly impact NHL play[3].
Early in the season, both teams should be motivated to set a positive tone, but Nashville’s playoff aspirations may drive higher urgency.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
NSH -125, CBJ +105
Columbus Blue Jackets
★★★☆☆ 52%
Spread
CBJ +1.5 -225, NSH -1.5 +185
Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5
★★★☆☆ 68%
Over/under
Over 6.5 +110, Under 6.5 -130
Under 6.5
★★★☆☆ 61%
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Columbus Blue Jackets 7%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 6.5 8%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 6.5 at 8% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 10.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Nashville Predators at home are favored by metrics and oddsmakers, but Columbus’s value on the moneyline and against the spread cannot be ignored—this is a possible letdown spot for the Preds given preseason expectations and relatively similar long-term odds[1][5].
Predicted Score: Nashville Predators 2 – Columbus Blue Jackets 3
The Nashville Predators are set to host the Utah Hockey Club on April 15, 2025. This matchup follows their recent game where the Predators won 4-3 in a shootout at Utah's home ice. The Predators sit at 29-42-8, while Utah is 36-30-13, eliminating any hopes for the playoffs.
Key Factors to Consider
Nashville has shown resilience with recent wins, but their overall season performance remains inconsistent. Utah's strong home season ended with a loss to Nashville and has shown a promising inaugural season despite missing the playoffs.
The two teams have recently faced off, with Nashville securing a comeback victory. This previous matchup might influence Utah's strategy and motivation.
No specific injury reports are mentioned for this matchup.
Home advantage might favor Nashville, while Utah seeks to bounce back from their recent loss.
Utah aims to end their season on a high note following their playoff elimination, while Nashville looks to finish the season strong with consistent performances.
Odds and Predictions
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Odds
Prediction
Confidence
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EV Pick
Moneyline
Utah Hockey Club -1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
N/A
🔥 Best Value Pick: Utah Hockey Club at -1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Nashville's recent win and home advantage might favor them slightly, but Utah's determination after their playoff exit could make this a closely contested game.
Predicted Score: Nashville Predators 3, Utah Hockey Club 2