How to Pick the Predators vs. Blackhawks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 25

Published 12:39 pm Thursday, October 24, 2024

If you’re seeking best bets for the Nashville Predators’ upcoming game against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday at 8:30 PM ET, then you’ve found the right place. Read on, as we offer our picks and projections for this showdown.

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Predators vs. Blackhawks Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.1 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent have combined to outscore Friday’s over/under (6.5 goals) three times this season.
  • In Chicago’s seven games this season, three have finished with more goals than Friday’s over/under of 6.5.
  • The over/under for this game (6.5) is 1.6 more than the combined scoring averages for the Predators (2.33) and the Blackhawks (2.57).
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 7.3 goals per game, 0.8 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -172

  • The Predators are 1-3 when favored on the moneyline this season.
  • Nashville has been a moneyline favorite of -172 or shorter in only two games this season, and lost both.
  • Based on this matchup’s moneyline, the Predators have an implied probability of 63.2% to win.

Blackhawks Moneyline: +142

  • In six games as the moneyline underdog, Chicago has achieved the upset once.
  • The Blackhawks have a single victory in matches with moneyline odds of +142 or longer (in four chances).
  • Chicago’s implied probability to win is 41.3% based on its moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Chicago 4, Nashville 2

Predators Points Leaders

  • A productive offensive player this season for Nashville, Ryan O’Reilly has recorded six points.
  • Having scored two goals and adding four assists, Filip Forsberg is a top contributor for Nashville through six games.
  • Through six games, Roman Josi has proven himself as a contributor for Nashville. He has five points (zero goals and five assists).
  • Juuse Saros (1-4-0) has a 2.9 goals against average and a save percentage of .903 for Nashville.

Blackhawks Points Leaders

  • Seth Jones’ one goal and six assists in seven games give him seven points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Connor Bedard’s seven points this season, including one goal and six assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Chicago.
  • Chicago’s Teuvo Teravainen has seven points (three goals, four assists) this season.
  • Petr Mrazek has a 2-3-0 record this season, with an .885 save percentage (39th in the league). In 5 games, he has 123 saves, and has given up 16 goals (3.2 goals against average).

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Oilers L 4-2 Home +108
10/19/2024 Red Wings L 5-2 Home -200
10/22/2024 Bruins W 4-0 Home -142
10/25/2024 Blackhawks Away -172
10/26/2024 Blue Jackets Home
10/28/2024 Lightning Away
10/31/2024 Oilers Home

Blackhawks’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Sharks W 4-2 Home -190
10/19/2024 Sabres L 4-2 Home +122
10/22/2024 Canucks L 6-3 Home +154
10/25/2024 Predators Home +142
10/26/2024 Stars Away
10/28/2024 Avalanche Away
10/31/2024 Sharks Away

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Nashville vs. Chicago Game Info

  • Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
  • Time: 8:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Venue: United Center

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