Seattle Kraken vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 19 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Kraken vs Predators

The Seattle Kraken clash with the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Thursday, March 19.

There are attractive odds of -130 on offer when it comes to Over 5.5 goals and that looks like a bet worth having. The Kraken and the Predators should combine to good effect.

Seattle Kraken were defeated in their previous game. They were beaten at home to Tampa Bay Lightning by a 6-2 scoreline at Climate Pledge Arena. Bobby McMann and Jared McCann scored one goal each.

Nashville Predators triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Winnipeg Jets were beaten 4-3 (SO) at Canada Life Centre. Matthew Wood, Filip Forsberg and Erik Haula scored one goal each. Goalie Juuse Saros made 36 saves (.923).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between the Predators and the Kraken saw the former win. It was a 4-2 scoreline at Climate Pledge Arena. Both teams have won five games when it comes to the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Joey Daccord (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	20-20-6	3	.896	2
23/24	19-18-11	2.46	.916	3

Justus Annunen (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	11-12-2	2.7	.906	1
23/24	8-4-1	2.25	.928	2

4 wins and 6 losses, averaging 3.0 goals from 27.1 shots on goal, with a 11.4% powerplay efficiency. The Kraken have been giving up 3.6 goals from 29.7 shots, averaging 2.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 91.3%.

Jordan Eberle is the top points scorer with 11 points, 2 goals and 9 assists, with Matthew Beniers recording 7 points, 4 goals and 3 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Joey Daccord have a 3.21 goal against average with a .898 save percentage.

The Predators have 4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.9 goals from 25.8 shots on goal, with a 21.9% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.9 goals from 29.4 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 86.1%.

The top points scorer is Matthew Wood with 8 points, 6 goals and 2 assists, while Filip Forsberg is next in line after having 8 points, 5 goals and 3 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.81 GAA with a .906 SV%.

Seattle Kraken vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks

Get the edge with our Seattle Kraken vs Nashville Predators betting tips: a trusted match prediction, likely correct score outcome, key player prop picks and an expert-crafted bet builder.

Game Prediction

Our confident pick is that the teams will combine to go over the total goals line. The -130 that this outcome happens looks really attractive for this NHL encounter.

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Key Kraken vs Predators stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 6 Kraken games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Kraken games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 15 of the last 20 Kraken games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 9 Predators games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 15 of the last 20 Predators games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

The best betting sites are estimating that there is a 56.5% likelihood of this pick winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Filip Forsberg Over 3.5 Shots +105

Filip Forsberg (Predators) has had Over 3.5 shots on goal in 4 straight home games. The stats suggest that he can oblige with our Overs wager and we’re more than happy to take the +105 available.

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Correct Score Prediction

Kraken 3 - 6 Predators

There could be merit in backing the Predators to win 6-3. Odds of +2800 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Kraken

Predators

1-0

Kraken

+5000

Predators

+5000

2-0

Kraken

+5000

Predators

+4500

2-1

Kraken

+1500

Predators

+1400

3-0

Kraken

+3500

Predators

+2800

3-1

Kraken

+2000

Predators

+1700

3-2

Kraken

+900

Predators

+800

4-0

Kraken

+5000

Predators

+3400

4-1

Kraken

+1800

Predators

+1400

4-2

Kraken

+1700

Predators

+1400

4-3

Kraken

+1100

Predators

+1000

5-0

Kraken

+9000

Predators

+6000

5-1

Kraken

+3300

Predators

+2200

5-2

Kraken

+2000

Predators

+1500

5-3

Kraken

+2500

Predators

+2200

5-4

Kraken

+2200

Predators

+2000

6-0

Kraken

+13000

Predators

+9000

6-1

Kraken

+7500

Predators

+5000

6-2

Kraken

+4000

Predators

+2800

6-3

Kraken

+3500

Predators

+2800

6-4

Kraken

+5500

Predators

+4500

6-5

Kraken

+5500

Predators

+5000

7-0

Kraken

+5500

Predators

+13000

7-1

Kraken

+12500

Predators

+8000

7-2

Kraken

+10000

Predators

+7000

7-3

Kraken

+7000

Predators

+5000

7-4

Kraken

+7500

Predators

+6000

7-5

Kraken

+12000

Predators

+10000

7-6

Kraken

+12500

Predators

+12000

8-1

Kraken

+12500

Predators

+13000

8-2

Kraken

+12500

Predators

+12000

8-3

Kraken

+12500

Predators

+12500

8-4

Kraken

+14000

Predators

+11000

8-5

Kraken

+14000

Predators

+14000

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Seattle Kraken 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.

For this game, the sportsbooks’ Moneyline betting odds mean Nashville Predators are -127 favorites to win and that means a 56% chance of landing a victory. Seattle Kraken are the underdogs at +105 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you're keen on Over 6.5, this selection is available at +108.

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Moneyline

Kraken

+105

Predators

-127

3-Way Moneyline

Kraken

+185

Tie

+325

Predators

+114

Puck Line

Kraken +1.5

-244

Predators -1.5

+194

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-132

Over 6.5

+108

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Seattle Kraken Stats

Nashville Predators Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 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 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 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 6.60 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 8 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 3.00 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 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 3.00 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 27.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 5.4
• Blocks: 10.7
• Faceoff Wins : 27
• Hits: 20.9
• Giveaways: 14.8
• Takeaways: 4.8

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 24.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.4
• Blocks: 9.8
• Faceoff Wins : 20.8
• Hits: 17.9
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 25.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 8.3
• Blocks: 13.6
• Faceoff Wins : 27.5
• Hits: 18.9
• Giveaways: 13.1
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 28.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 7.8
• Blocks: 11
• Faceoff Wins : 24.2
• Hits: 21.4
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 5.1

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