Looking to make some bets on the upcoming contest (Thursday at 8:00 PM ET) between the Nashville Predators and the Dallas Stars at Bridgestone Arena Below, we submit our best bets, along with our picks and predictions for this matchup.

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Predators vs. Stars Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

• In 52 games last season, Nashville and its opponent combined for more than 6 goals.
• Dallas played 56 games last season that ended with more than 6 goals.
• The two teams combined to score 6.8 goals per game, 0.8 more than this one’s total.
• These two teams gave up a combined 5.8 goals per game, 0.2 fewer than this one’s total.
• In terms of goals scored, the Predators were 10th in the league, and the Stars were third.
• The Stars were eighth in the league in goals allowed, and the Predators were 13th.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -117

• The Predators were 27-17 when listed as a moneyline favorite last season.
• When playing as a moneyline favorite with odds of -117 or shorter, Nashville had a 23-14 record (winning 62.2% of its games).
• The implied moneyline probability for this matchup gives the Predators a 53.9% chance to win.

Stars Moneyline: -103

• The Stars were an underdog 17 times last season, and upset their opponent in nine, or 52.9%, of those games.
• Dallas won seven of its 14 games last season when an underdog by -103 or longer on the moneyline.
• The Stars have a 50.7% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 4, Dallas 3

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

• One of Nashville’s top offensive options a season ago was Filip Forsberg, who registered 94 points in 82 games.
• Roman Josi recorded 85 points (23 goals, 62 assists), adding significantly to the team’s offensive efforts last season.
• Nashville’s scoring effort last season was aided by Steven Stamkos’ 85 points, including 41 assists.
• In 64 games played last season, Juuse Saros (35-24-5) surrendered 173 goals.

Stars Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Jason Robertson’s 29 goals and 51 assists in 82 games gave him 80 points last season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
• Wyatt Johnston was a top contributor for Dallas, with 65 total points. He scored 32 goals and provided 33 assists in 82 games.
• Dallas’ Roope Hintz had 65 points (30 goals, 35 assists) last season.
• Jake Oettinger’s record was 35-14-4 last season, conceding 140 goals (2.7 goals against average) and having a .905 save percentage (31st in the league).

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Nashville vs. Dallas Game Info

• Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
• Time: 8:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Nashville, Tennessee
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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