How to Pick the Predators vs. Red Wings Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 19

Published 11:51 am Friday, October 18, 2024

Whether you’re looking to make a single bet or have your eyes set on building a parlay, Saturday’s game at 2:00 PM ET between the Nashville Predators and the Detroit Red Wings features a variety of betting options. Prior to the puck dropping, check out our best bets for this matchup.

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Predators vs. Red Wings Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.3 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent went over 6.5 combined goals in 35 of 88 games last season.
  • Detroit combined with its opponent to score more than 6.5 goals in 46 of 82 games last season.
  • These two teams scored 6.6 goals per game between them, 0.1 more than this one’s total.
  • These two teams conceded a combined 6.4 goals per game, 0.1 fewer than this one’s over/under.
  • The Red Wings were ninth in the league in goals scored, compared to the 10th-ranked Predators.
  • The Red Wings were 24th in the league in goals surrendered, and the Predators were 13th.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -172

  • The Predators won 27 of their 44 games when favored on the moneyline last season (61.4%).
  • Nashville went 11-3 in games it played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -172 or shorter.
  • The Predators have an implied moneyline win probability of 63.2% in this matchup.

Red Wings Moneyline: +144

  • The Red Wings were an underdog 54 times last season, and upset their opponent in 23, or 42.6%, of those games.
  • Detroit had 19 games last season as an underdog by +144 or longer, and went 6-13.
  • The moneyline set in this matchup implies a 41.0% chance for the Red Wings to win.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Detroit 4, Nashville 2

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • One of Nashville’s top offensive players last season was Filip Forsberg, who recorded 94 points in 82 games.
  • Roman Josi was another of Nashville’s key contributors last season, totaling 85 total points (23 goals and 62 assists).
  • With 81 points in 79 games last season (40 goals and 41 assists), Steven Stamkos was a key cog in the Nashville’s offensive efforts.
  • Across 64 games played, Juuse Saros had a goaltending record of 35-24-5 last season. During those games, he allowed 173 goals while recording 1672 saves.

Red Wings Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Lucas Raymond had 31 goals (0.4 per game) and 41 assists (0.5 per game) last season, averaging two shots per game and shooting 19%. That made him among the leaders for Detroit with 72 total points (0.9 per game).
  • Dylan Larkin was crucial for Detroit’s attack with 69 total points (0.9 per game), including 33 goals and 36 assists in 68 games.
  • Alex DeBrincat had 27 goals and 40 assists for Nashville.
  • Detroit’s Cam Talbot was 27-20-6 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
10/12/2024 Red Wings L 3-0 Away -142
10/15/2024 Kraken L 7-3 Home -190
10/17/2024 Oilers L 4-2 Home +108
10/19/2024 Red Wings Home -172
10/22/2024 Bruins Home
10/25/2024 Blackhawks Away
10/26/2024 Blue Jackets Home

Red Wings’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/12/2024 Predators W 3-0 Home +120
10/14/2024 Rangers L 4-1 Away +190
10/17/2024 Rangers L 5-2 Home +124
10/19/2024 Predators Away +144
10/22/2024 Islanders Away
10/24/2024 Devils Home
10/26/2024 Sabres Away

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Nashville vs. Detroit Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
  • Time: 2:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Nashville, Tennessee
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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