Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 13 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Oilers vs Predators

The Edmonton Oilers square off against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Tuesday, January 13.

We’re keeping things simple by backing the Oilers on the Moneyline. The visitors should have the edge over the Predators and our betting prediction is available at -125.

Edmonton Oilers have won three road games on the spin, triumphing 4-1 in their previous appearance. This was against Chicago Blackhawks at United Center. Evan Bouchard bagged two goals, while Zach Hyman and Leon Draisaitl scored once. Goalie Connor Ingram had an awesome game, keeping out 29 shots (.967).

Nashville Predators won their last game, beating Washington Capitals at home. It was a 3-2 win at Bridgestone Arena. Roman Josi, Steven Stamkos and Cole Smith scored one goal each. Goalie Justus Annunen made a total of 28 saves (.933).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Oilers beat the Predators in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 6-2 scoreline at Rogers Place. The Oilers have five straight victories against the Predators. They have won 8 of the 10 previous head-to-head meetings.

Starting Goalies

Tristan Jarry (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	16-9-2	3.4	.883	2
23/24	19-25-5	2.91	.903	6

Juuse Saros (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	25-19-7	3.1	.895	0
23/24	35-24-5	2.86	.906	3

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.5 goals from 30.7 shots on goal, with a 22.5% powerplay efficiency. The Oilers have given up 2.8 goals from 28.4 shots, averaging 4.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.7%.

Connor McDavid is the top points scorer with 21 points, 8 goals and 13 assists, with Leon Draisaitl recording 14 points, 7 goals and 7 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.70 goal against average with a .904 save percentage.

The Predators have 6 wins and 4 losses, averaging 2.4 goals from 27.7 shots on goal, with a 21.1% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.9 goals from 28.5 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 81.1%.

The top points scorer is Steven Stamkos with 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, while Ryan O'Reilly is next in line after having 8 points, 3 goals and 5 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.88 GAA with a .896 SV%.

Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks

This Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.

Game Prediction

There is -125 on offer when it comes to Edmonton Oilers on the Moneyline. We believe that the visitors have a strong chance of winning this NHL clash and the odds makes plenty of appeal.

Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our hockey picks are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date stats playing a key role before any NHL selections are locked in.

Key Oilers vs Predators stats:

• Oilers have won 3 consecutive games on the road.
• Oilers have won 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Oilers have won 12 of their last 20 games.
• Predators have lost their last 5 games against Oilers.

Oilers Moneyline Probability

According to the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 55.6% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this hockey bet.

As an alternative, you could consider the Puck Line where you can back Edmonton against the spread. That means you need a specific margin of victory to yield a return.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Roman Josi Under 0.5 Assists -164

Roman Josi (Predators) has not made an assist in 9 of the past 10 games. This is a useful piece of information and we can back him to fall short when it comes to Player Assists at attractive odds of -164.

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Correct Score Prediction

Oilers 3 - 1 Predators

We’ve picked out a correct score of 3-1 being landed by the Oilers. You can secure odds of +1800 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Oilers

Predators

1-0

Oilers

+6000

Predators

+6000

2-0

Oilers

+5000

Predators

+5500

2-1

Oilers

+1600

Predators

+1700

3-0

Oilers

+3300

Predators

+4000

3-1

Oilers

+1800

Predators

+2200

3-2

Oilers

+900

Predators

+950

4-0

Oilers

+4000

Predators

+5500

4-1

Oilers

+1400

Predators

+2000

4-2

Oilers

+1400

Predators

+1800

4-3

Oilers

+950

Predators

+1050

5-0

Oilers

+6000

Predators

+10000

5-1

Oilers

+2200

Predators

+3400

5-2

Oilers

+1400

Predators

+2000

5-3

Oilers

+2000

Predators

+2400

5-4

Oilers

+1700

Predators

+1900

6-0

Oilers

+9000

Predators

+14000

6-1

Oilers

+4500

Predators

+7500

6-2

Oilers

+2500

Predators

+4000

6-3

Oilers

+2400

Predators

+3300

6-4

Oilers

+4000

Predators

+4500

6-5

Oilers

+4000

Predators

+4500

7-1

Oilers

+8000

Predators

+12500

7-2

Oilers

+6000

Predators

+10000

7-3

Oilers

+4500

Predators

+6600

7-4

Oilers

+5000

Predators

+6600

7-5

Oilers

+9000

Predators

+10000

7-6

Oilers

+10000

Predators

+10000

8-2

Oilers

+11000

Predators

+14000

8-3

Oilers

+11000

Predators

+14000

8-4

Oilers

+9000

Predators

+12500

8-5

Oilers

+11000

Predators

+14000

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Edmonton Oilers vs Nashville Predators Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The sportsbooks’ betting odds have Edmonton Oilers as -128 favorites for this game, implying that they are 56% likely to win. Nashville Predators are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +106.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 6.5. A Totals bet relates to the number of goals that will be scored overall. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of -100.

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Moneyline

Oilers

-128

Predators

+106

3-Way Moneyline

Oilers

+110

Tie

+320

Predators

+195

Puck Line

Oilers -1.5

+176

Predators +1.5

-222

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-122

Over 6.5

-100

We enjoy player props as an alternative to betting on the game result. The gambling sites will have Goalscorers, Assists, Points, Powerplay Points and Shots on Goal among the choices and you can take a particular view.

Among the various options for wagering on the NHL, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as whether a goal will be scored within the next 10 minutes.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Edmonton Oilers Stats

Nashville Predators Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 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 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.50 pts and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 30.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 16.5
• Blocks: 12
• Faceoff Wins : 24.9
• Hits: 16
• Giveaways: 17.6
• Takeaways: 4.9

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 28.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 9.4
• Blocks: 11.6
• Faceoff Wins : 24.9
• Hits: 16.1
• Giveaways: 16.8
• Takeaways: 4.3

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 27.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 8.8
• Blocks: 14
• Faceoff Wins : 29.9
• Hits: 19.9
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 5.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 10
• Blocks: 13.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.4
• Hits: 17.8
• Giveaways: 14.1
• Takeaways: 5.2

Injuries & Suspensions

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