Saturday’s contest that pits the Nashville Predators versus the Detroit Red Wings, which begins at 2:00 PM ET, features plenty of betting possibilities. Below, we cover the best bets for this matchup, so take a peek before placing any wagers.

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Predators vs. Red Wings Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.3 goals)

• In 35 games last season, Nashville and its opponent combined for more than 6.5 goals.
• Detroit’s games last season had over 6.5 goals 46 of 82 times.
• These teams scored 6.6 goals per game combined, 0.1 more than this one’s over/under.
• These two teams together surrendered 6.4 goals per game, 0.1 fewer than this one’s over/under.
• The Red Wings were ninth in the league in goals scored, compared to the 10th-ranked Predators.
• This game features the league’s 24th-ranked (Red Wings) and 13th-ranked (Predators) teams last season in terms of defense.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -172

• The Predators were a moneyline favorite 44 times last season, and finished 27-17 in those games.
• In games when it was a moneyline favorite with odds of -172 or shorter, Nashville had an 11-3 record (winning 78.6% of its games).
• Based on this game’s moneyline, the Predators’ implied win probability is 63.2%.

Red Wings Moneyline: +144

• The Red Wings were an underdog in 54 games last season, with 23 upset wins (42.6%).
• Detroit was 6-13 as an underdog of +144 or longer on the moneyline last season.
• The Red Wings have a 41.0% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Detroit 4, Nashville 2

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Filip Forsberg was imperative to Nashville’s offense a season ago, racking up 94 points in 82 games.
• Roman Josi had 85 points (23 goals, 62 assists), adding significantly to the team’s offensive efforts last season.
• Steven Stamkos generated 81 points for Nashville in 79 games a season ago, scoring on 15.3% of his shots and putting up 40 goals and 41 assists.
• Across 64 games played, Juuse Saros had a goaltending record of 35-24-5 last season. During those games, he allowed 173 goals while recording 1672 saves.

Red Wings Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Lucas Raymond was a top offensive contributor for his team last season with 72 points (0.9 per game). He recorded 31 goals and 41 assists in 82 games (playing 17:45 per game).
• Dylan Larkin was a top contributor for Detroit, with 69 total points. He scored 33 goals and provided 36 assists in 68 contests.
• Alex DeBrincat scored 27 goals and contributed 40 assists for Detroit, giving him a point total of 67.
• Cam Talbot had a 27-20-6 record last season, with a .913 save percentage (13th in the league). In 54 games, he conceded 130 goals (2.5 goals against average).

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Nashville vs. Detroit Game Info

• Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
• Time: 2:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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• Location: Nashville, Tennessee
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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