Nashville Predators vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Predators vs Golden Knights

The Nashville Predators clash with the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena, with face-off scheduled for 22:00 on Saturday, January 17.

The prediction for the matchup between the Predators and the Golden Knights is for Over 5.5. We’re especially taken by the odds of -141 that this happens.

Nashville Predators won their previous game 7-3. This road victory at Ball Arena against Colorado Avalanche was their third on the spin. Ryan O'Reilly landed a hat trick and 1 assist. Goalie Juuse Saros had 39 saves (.929).

Vegas Golden Knights were winners for the sixth straight time in their last game. Landing a 6-5 (OT) home victory against Toronto Maple Leafs at T-Mobile Arena. Jack Eichel had 4 points, featuring 1 goal and 3 assists.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Predators beat the Knights in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 4-2 scoreline at T-Mobile Arena. The past 10 games H2H record shows that both teams have five wins.

Starting Goalies

Justus Annunen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	7-8-2	3.2	.886	0
23/24	8-4-1	2.25	.928	2

Akira Schmid (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	16-8-6	2.6	.895	2
23/24	5-9-0	3.15	.895	0

7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.0 goals from 27.3 shots on goal, with a 19.4% powerplay efficiency. The Predators have been giving up 3.0 goals from 30.8 shots, averaging 3.8 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.0%.

Steven Stamkos is the top points scorer with 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, with Ryan O'Reilly recording 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.98 goal against average with a .901 save percentage.

The Knights have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.8 goals from 26.1 shots on goal, with a 26.9% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.3 goals from 22.1 shots, averaging 2.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 88.0%.

The top points scorer is Mark Stone with 17 points, 9 goals and 8 assists, while Jack Eichel is next in line after registering 14 points, 5 goals and 9 assists. Goalie Akira Schmid have a 2.43 GAA with a .893 SV%.

Nashville Predators vs Vegas Golden Knights Prediction & Picks

We cover the key Nashville Predators vs Vegas Golden Knights betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

Generous odds of -141 look too good to miss when it comes to going over the total line. We should see lots of scoring power on show when it comes to this NHL encounter.

Our hockey predictions are built after tracking the latest team news and reviewing recent form. We also dive into up-to-date NHL stats, which often serve as a solid barometer for how the action might unfold.

Key Predators vs Golden Knights stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Predators games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Predators games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Predators games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 7 Golden Knights games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Golden Knights games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Golden Knights games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Over 5.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 58.5% chance of winning. However, our cappers think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. This hockey bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jack Eichel Over 3.5 Shots +110

Jack Eichel (Golden Knights) has covered the 3.5 shots on goal total in 5 straight games. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Shots on Goal and you can get +110 that he goes over the line.

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Correct Score Prediction

Predators 2 - 4 Golden Knights

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves the Golden Knights to win 4-2. The odds of +1300 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Predators

Golden Knights

1-0

Predators

+5500

Knights

+5500

2-0

Predators

+6000

Knights

+4500

2-1

Predators

+1600

Knights

+1500

3-0

Predators

+4500

Knights

+2500

3-1

Predators

+2400

Knights

+1600

3-2

Predators

+1000

Knights

+850

4-0

Predators

+6600

Knights

+2800

4-1

Predators

+2500

Knights

+1150

4-2

Predators

+2000

Knights

+1300

4-3

Predators

+1150

Knights

+1000

5-0

Predators

+11000

Knights

+4500

5-1

Predators

+4500

Knights

+1700

5-2

Predators

+2500

Knights

+1200

5-3

Predators

+3000

Knights

+1900

5-4

Predators

+2200

Knights

+1900

6-0

Predators

+2200

Knights

+7000

6-1

Predators

+10000

Knights

+3500

6-2

Predators

+5000

Knights

+2200

6-3

Predators

+4500

Knights

+2200

6-4

Predators

+6000

Knights

+4000

6-5

Predators

+5500

Knights

+4500

7-0

Predators

+5500

Knights

+10000

7-1

Predators

+5500

Knights

+6000

7-2

Predators

+13000

Knights

+5500

7-3

Predators

+9000

Knights

+4000

7-4

Predators

+9000

Knights

+5000

7-5

Predators

+12500

Knights

+9000

7-6

Predators

+12000

Knights

+11000

8-0

Predators

+12000

Knights

+14000

8-1

Predators

+12000

Knights

+10000

8-2

Predators

+12000

Knights

+9000

8-3

Predators

+12000

Knights

+10000

8-4

Predators

+12000

Knights

+9000

8-5

Predators

+12000

Knights

+12000

9-2

Predators

+12000

Knights

+14000

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Nashville Predators vs Vegas Golden Knights 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 favorites are 68% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with Vegas Golden Knights priced at -208 to triumph in this game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Nashville Predators are trading at +172.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 6.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re going for Over 6.5, then the odds are -100.

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Moneyline

Predators

+172

Knights

-208

3-Way Moneyline

Predators

+260

Tie

+350

Knights

-123

Puck Line

Predators +1.5

-147

Knights -1.5

+120

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-122

Over 6.5

-100

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Nashville Predators Stats

Vegas Golden Knights Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

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

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.60 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.40 pts and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 27.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 9.3
• Blocks: 12.9
• Faceoff Wins : 28.4
• Hits: 19.8
• Giveaways: 16.3
• Takeaways: 5.9

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 27.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 14.7
• Faceoff Wins : 30.5
• Hits: 19.1
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 5.4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 26.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.5
• Blocks: 11.6
• Faceoff Wins : 19.7
• Hits: 23.4
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 27.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7
• Blocks: 12.8
• Faceoff Wins : 23.1
• Hits: 19.4
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 5.3

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