Vegas Golden Knights vs Nashville Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds | 21 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Golden Knights vs Predators

The Vegas Golden Knights meet the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, with face-off scheduled for 13:00 on Saturday, March 21.

The Predators should be able to come out on top against the Golden Knights. Our betting prediction is to back them on the Moneyline where an attractive +106 can be landed.

Vegas Golden Knights suffered a second consecutive defeat when losing 4-0 in their previous game. This was at home to Utah Mammoth at T-Mobile Arena. They fired 28 shots on goal, with goalie Akira Schmid able to make 14 saves (1.000).

Nashville Predators made it back-to-back wins in their last game. Landing a 3-1 home victory against Seattle Kraken at Bridgestone Arena. Filip Forsberg had 3 points which includes 1 goal and 2 assists. Goalie Justus Annunen played a starring role, stopping 25 shots (.962).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Knights won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 7-2 victory was registered against the Predators at T-Mobile Arena. The past 10 games H2H record shows that both teams have five wins.

Starting Goalies

Akira Schmid (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	16-10-6	2.6	.893	2
23/24	5-9-0	3.15	.895	0

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

3 wins and 7 losses, averaging 2.1 goals from 26.6 shots on goal, with a 10.3% powerplay efficiency. The Knights have been giving up 2.9 goals from 22.5 shots, averaging 4.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 92.9%.

Pavel Dorofeyev is the top points scorer with 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists, with Mitchell Marner racking up 10 points, 3 goals and 7 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Adin Hill have a 2.67 goal against average with a .878 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Predators have 4 wins, 4 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.8 goals from 25.9 shots on goal, with a 20.6% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.8 goals from 29.7 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 88.2%.

The top points scorer is Filip Forsberg with 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, while Matthew Wood is next best after having 7 points, 5 goals and 2 assists. Goalie Juuse Saros have a 2.81 GAA with a .906 SV%.

Vegas Golden Knights vs Nashville Predators Prediction & Picks

Take in the full Vegas Golden Knights vs Nashville Predators betting outlook — from our expert match prediction and correct score pick to player prop insights and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

Take Nashville Predators at +106 on the Moneyline to get the better of their opponents. We believe that they have a strong chance of claiming a victory in this NHL clash.

We keep a close eye on the NHL team news and our handicappers stay sharp by tracking the latest form and lineups. You’ll also find a full set of stats that offer valuable insight and help shape smarter hockey predictions ahead of the action.

Key Golden Knights vs Predators stats:

• Predators have won 13 of their last 20 games at home.
• Predators have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Predators have won 2 consecutive games.
• Golden Knights have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Golden Knights have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Golden Knights have lost their last 2 games.

Predators Moneyline Probability

Looking at the latest betting odds, there’s a 48.5% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 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 +185

Filip Forsberg (Predators) has scored at least one goal in 5 straight home games. We’re happy to take the +185 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

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Correct Score Prediction

Golden Knights 2 - 3 Predators

A 3-2 win in favor of the Predators is available at odds of +950. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Golden Knights

Predators

1-0

Knights

+5500

Predators

+6000

2-0

Knights

+4500

Predators

+5500

2-1

Knights

+1400

Predators

+1600

3-0

Knights

+3000

Predators

+4000

3-1

Knights

+1800

Predators

+2200

3-2

Knights

+800

Predators

+950

4-0

Knights

+3500

Predators

+5500

4-1

Knights

+1400

Predators

+2000

4-2

Knights

+1400

Predators

+1800

4-3

Knights

+950

Predators

+1050

5-0

Knights

+6000

Predators

+9000

5-1

Knights

+2200

Predators

+3400

5-2

Knights

+1400

Predators

+2000

5-3

Knights

+2000

Predators

+2500

5-4

Knights

+1800

Predators

+2000

6-0

Knights

+9000

Predators

+14000

6-1

Knights

+4500

Predators

+8000

6-2

Knights

+2500

Predators

+4000

6-3

Knights

+2500

Predators

+3400

6-4

Knights

+4000

Predators

+5000

6-5

Knights

+4500

Predators

+5000

7-1

Knights

+8000

Predators

+13000

7-2

Knights

+6600

Predators

+10000

7-3

Knights

+5000

Predators

+7000

7-4

Knights

+5500

Predators

+7000

7-5

Knights

+9000

Predators

+11000

7-6

Knights

+11000

Predators

+11000

8-4

Knights

+10000

Predators

+13000

8-5

Knights

+12500

Predators

+14000

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Vegas Golden Knights 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.

Sportsbooks’ favorites Vegas Golden Knights are regarded as likeliest victors for this game and the -147 about them triumphing means a 60% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. The market suggests that Nashville Predators are least likely to win at +122.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular hockey wagers. If you want to wager Over 6.5, there are odds of +104.

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Moneyline

Knights

-147

Predators

+122

3-Way Moneyline

Knights

+108

Tie

+325

Predators

+200

Puck Line

Knights -1.5

+164

Predators +1.5

-208

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-128

Over 6.5

+104

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Vegas Golden Knights Stats

Nashville Predators Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 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 2 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 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 5.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.10 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.70 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 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 26.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 10.4
• Blocks: 12.7
• Faceoff Wins : 30.1
• Hits: 23.3
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 3.8

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 27
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.6
• Blocks: 14.9
• Faceoff Wins : 25.8
• Hits: 22.5
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 25.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 7.7
• Blocks: 14.3
• Faceoff Wins : 28
• Hits: 18
• Giveaways: 13.3
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 29.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 7.4
• Blocks: 11.8
• Faceoff Wins : 24.1
• Hits: 21.6
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 5.3

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