Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 16 Jan 2025

We’re loving the +105 about the Predators overcoming a -1.5 puck line. Our betting prediction means they need to beat the Blackhawks by two goals or more.

Chicago Blackhawks have been defeated in six straight road games. Their previous contest was a 5-2 home defeat against Calgary Flames at United Center. Connor Bedard and Louis Crevier scored one goal apiece.

Nashville Predators last game saw them claim a 5-3 home win over Vegas Golden Knights at Bridgestone Arena. Steven Stamkos scored two goals, with Justin Barron, Filip Forsberg and Ryan O'Reilly also scoring.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Predators triumphed 3-2 when they last played the Hawks. This head-to-head was played at United Center. The Predators have beaten the Hawks in the past five meetings. They’ve also claimed 9 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Arvid Soderblom (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	3-7-1	4.1	.873	0
23/24	5-22-1	3.92	.879	0

Juuse Saros (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-11-3	3	.897	0
23/24	35-24-5	2.86	.906	3

2 wins and 8 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 23.8 shots on goal, with a 20.8% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have been giving up 4.4 goals from 33.3 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 80.7%.

Connor Bedard is the top points scorer with 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists, with Teuvo Teraevaeinen racking up 8 points, 3 goals and 5 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Arvid Soederblom have a 3.93 goal against average with a .886 save percentage.

The Predators have 5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 3.0 goals from 28.0 shots on goal, with a 14.3% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.2 goals from 27.4 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 78.4%.

The top points scorer is Filip Forsberg with 13 points, 3 goals and 10 assists, while Jonathan Marchessault is next in line after registering 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.88 GAA with a .887 SV%, including one shutout.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks

Game Prediction

This NHL encounter could be one-sided in favor of Nashville Predators and our pick is the +105 about the favorites -1.5 goals on the spread. A sizeable victory could be on the cards.

The NHL predictions are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable player and goalie stats.

Key Blackhawks vs Predators stats:

• The -1.5 line has been covered by Predators in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Blackhawks in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Blackhawks in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The +1.5 line hasn’t been covered by Blackhawks in 2 consecutive games on the road.
• The -1.5 line has been covered by Predators in 6 of their last 10 games against Blackhawks.

Predators -1.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 48.8% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Filip Forsberg To Score +112

Filip Forsberg (Predators) has scored at least one goal in 3 straight games. We’ll take a chance at +112 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds looks really appealing.

Latest Filip Forsberg Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+107

First

+650

Shots on Goal

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-143

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackhawks 3 - 6 Predators

There are betting odds of +2400 that the Predators land a 6-3 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blackhawks

Predators

1-0

Blackhawks

+6000

Predators

+5000

2-0

Blackhawks

+6600

Predators

+3000

2-1

Blackhawks

+1800

Predators

+1400

3-0

Blackhawks

+5000

Predators

+2000

3-1

Blackhawks

+2900

Predators

+1200

3-2

Blackhawks

+1150

Predators

+850

4-0

Blackhawks

+7000

Predators

+2200

4-1

Blackhawks

+2800

Predators

+1050

4-2

Blackhawks

+2500

Predators

+1100

4-3

Blackhawks

+1500

Predators

+1050

5-0

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+3400

5-1

Blackhawks

+5000

Predators

+1400

5-2

Blackhawks

+3000

Predators

+1200

5-3

Blackhawks

+4000

Predators

+1900

5-4

Blackhawks

+2900

Predators

+2200

6-0

Blackhawks

+2900

Predators

+5000

6-1

Blackhawks

+12500

Predators

+2800

6-2

Blackhawks

+6600

Predators

+2000

6-3

Blackhawks

+5000

Predators

+2400

6-4

Blackhawks

+7500

Predators

+4500

6-5

Blackhawks

+6600

Predators

+5500

7-0

Blackhawks

+6600

Predators

+8000

7-1

Blackhawks

+6600

Predators

+5000

7-2

Blackhawks

+6600

Predators

+4500

7-3

Blackhawks

+10000

Predators

+4000

7-4

Blackhawks

+10000

Predators

+6000

7-5

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+10000

7-6

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+13000

8-0

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+12000

8-1

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+8000

8-2

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+7500

8-3

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+9000

8-4

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+10000

8-5

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+14000

9-1

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+13000

9-2

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+12500

9-3

Blackhawks

+14000

Predators

+14000

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Chicago Blackhawks vs Nashville Predators Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The sportsbooks are taking no chances with their Moneyline odds of -286 about Nashville Predators which reflects they have a 74% chance of winning this game. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +225 about Chicago Blackhawks.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 6. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular NHL wagers. If you want to wager Over 6, there are odds of -104.

Wagering on Race to 3 Goals allows bettors to back favorites Predators at -180. If you’re not sure that either team can make that total, there’s the chance to secure odds of +425.

If you’re planning to place a National Hockey League wager, visit the betting sites and check out the huge selection of available team props and game lines. Find the odds which are the most attractive.

Moneyline

Blackhawks

+225

Predators

-286

3-Way Moneyline

Blackhawks

+370

Tie

+390

Predators

-172

Puck Line

Blackhawks +1.5

-108

Predators -1.5

-112

Total Goals

Under 6

-115

Over 6

-104

Filip Forsberg is priced at +650 when it comes to First Goalscorer. He’s the favorite and also available at odds of +107 to light the lamp at anytime.

Player Goals

Filip Forsberg (Predators)

First

+107

Anytime

+650

Jonathan Marchessault (Predators)

First

+128

Anytime

+750

Steven Stamkos (Predators)

First

+155

Anytime

+900

Ryan O'Reilly (Predators)

First

+195

Anytime

+1100

Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)

First

+205

Anytime

+1150

Gustav Nyquist (Predators)

First

+255

Anytime

+1300

Roman Josi (Predators)

First

+275

Anytime

+1400

Thomas Novak (Predators)

First

+275

Anytime

+1400

Vinnie Hinostroza (Predators)

First

+300

Anytime

+1500

Tyler Bertuzzi (Blackhawks)

First

+320

Anytime

+1600

Colton Sissons (Predators)

First

+325

Anytime

+1600

Fedor Svechkov (Predators)

First

+325

Anytime

+1600

Ryan Donato (Blackhawks)

First

+375

Anytime

+1900

Teuvo Teräväinen (Blackhawks)

First

+375

Anytime

+1900

Taylor Hall (Blackhawks)

First

+400

Anytime

+1900

Philipp Kurashev (Blackhawks)

First

+400

Anytime

+1900

Frank Nazar (Blackhawks)

First

+400

Anytime

+1900

Nick Foligno (Blackhawks)

First

+425

Anytime

+2000

Brady Skjei (Predators)

First

+430

Anytime

+2000

Cole Smith (Predators)

First

+430

Anytime

+2000

Zachary L’Heureux (Predators)

First

+430

Anytime

+2000

Lukas Reichel (Blackhawks)

First

+460

Anytime

+2200

Michael McCarron (Predators)

First

+480

Anytime

+2200

Colton Dach (Blackhawks)

First

+500

Anytime

+2200

Ilya Mikheyev (Blackhawks)

First

+500

Anytime

+2200

Player Shots

Filip Forsberg (Predators)

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-143

Jonathan Marchessault (Predators)

Over 2.5

-143

Under 2.5

+110

Steven Stamkos (Predators)

Over 2.5

+125

Under 2.5

-164

Connor Bedard (Blackhawks)

Over 2.5

+118

Under 2.5

-154

Roman Josi (Predators)

Over 2.5

-169

Under 2.5

+130

Ryan O'Reilly (Predators)

Over 1.5

-143

Under 1.5

+110

Tyler Bertuzzi (Blackhawks)

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-130

Ryan Donato (Blackhawks)

Over 1.5

-192

Under 1.5

+145

There are always opportunities to enjoy NHL micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find team and player props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as the Next Goal or Next Goalscorer.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Nashville Predators Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.00 pts and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 23.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.4
• Blocks: 12.3
• Faceoff Wins : 22.7
• Hits: 17.2
• Giveaways: 14.4
• Takeaways: 4.4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 22.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.3
• Blocks: 11.1
• Faceoff Wins : 24.2
• Hits: 19
• Giveaways: 17.2
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.2
• Shots: 27.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 9.6
• Blocks: 14.1
• Faceoff Wins : 30.5
• Hits: 21.3
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 9.5
• Blocks: 12.7
• Faceoff Wins : 31.7
• Hits: 24.2
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4

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