How to Pick the Predators vs. Red Wings Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 12

Published 12:39 pm Friday, October 11, 2024

The game between the Nashville Predators and the Detroit Red Wings at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday has a variety of betting possibilities to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and predictions.

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Predators vs. Red Wings Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6.5 (model projecting 8 goals)

  • In 35 games last season, Nashville and its opponent combined for more than 6.5 goals.
  • Detroit played 46 games last season with over 6.5 goals.
  • The two teams combined to score 6.6 goals per game, 0.1 more than this one’s total.
  • These teams gave up 6.4 goals per game combined, 0.1 fewer than this one’s total.
  • The Predators were 10th in goals scored in the league, and the Red Wings were ninth.
  • This game features the league’s 24th-ranked (Red Wings) and 13th-ranked (Predators) teams last season in terms of defense.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -120

  • The Predators were favored on the moneyline 44 times last season, and finished 27-17 in those games.
  • Nashville had a 23-13 record (winning 63.9% of its games) when playing as a moneyline favorite of -120 or shorter.
  • Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Predators’ implied win probability is 54.5%.

Red Wings Moneyline: +100

  • The Red Wings claimed an upset victory in 23, or 42.6%, of the 54 games they played as an underdog last season.
  • Detroit won 20 of its 51 games last season when an underdog by +100 or longer on the moneyline.
  • The win probability for the Red Wings, implied from the moneyline, is 50.0%.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 5, Detroit 3

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • One of Nashville’s top offensive players last season was Filip Forsberg, who posted 94 points in 82 contests.
  • Roman Josi had 85 points (23 goals, 62 assists), adding significantly to the team’s offensive efforts last season.
  • Steven Stamkos contributed 81 points for Nashville in 79 games a season ago, netting a goal on 15.3% of his shots and putting up 40 goals and 41 assists.
  • Last season for Nashville, Juuse Saros (35-24-5) posted a 2.9 goals-against average, and a save percentage of .906.

Red Wings Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Lucas Raymond was among the top options on offense for Detroit last season, with 72 points. He put up 31 goals and 41 assists in 82 games.
  • Dylan Larkin made a major impact for Detroit last season with 69 points, thanks to 33 goals and 36 assists.
  • Alex DeBrincat scored 27 goals and contributed 40 assists for Detroit, giving him a point total of 67.
  • Cam Talbot had a record of 27-20-6 in 54 games last season, conceding 130 goals (2.5 goals against average) with a .913 save percentage, 13th in the league.

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/10/2024 Stars L 4-3 Home +110
10/12/2024 Red Wings Away -120
10/15/2024 Kraken Home
10/17/2024 Oilers Home
10/19/2024 Red Wings Home

Red Wings’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/10/2024 Penguins L 6-3 Home -149
10/12/2024 Predators Home +100
10/14/2024 Rangers Away
10/17/2024 Rangers Home
10/19/2024 Predators Away

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Nashville vs. Detroit Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Detroit, Michigan
  • Venue: Little Caesars Arena

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