How to Pick the Predators vs. Blackhawks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 25

Published 11:35 am Thursday, October 24, 2024

Whether you’re looking to make a single bet or have your eyes set on putting together a parlay, Friday’s game at 8:30 PM ET between the Nashville Predators and the Chicago Blackhawks features a slew of betting options. Before the puck drops, take a look at our best bets for this matchup.

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Predators vs. Blackhawks Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.1 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (6.5 goals) three times this season.
  • So far this season, three games Chicago has played finished with more than 6.5 goals.
  • The over/under for this game (6.5) is 1.6 more than the combined scoring averages for the Predators (2.33) and the Blackhawks (2.57).
  • This game’s total is 0.8 less than the 7.3 goals these two teams give up per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -172

  • The Predators have won 25.0% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (1-3).
  • Nashville has had moneyline odds of -172 or shorter in just two games this season, and lost both.
  • Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Predators have an implied probability of 63.2% to win.

Blackhawks Moneyline: +142

  • Chicago has claimed an upset victory one time when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in six games as the underdog).
  • When the Blackhawks’ moneyline odds are +142 or longer, they have won a single game in four opportunities.
  • Chicago has a 41.3% chance to win this game (implied from its moneyline odds).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Chicago 4, Nashville 2

Predators Points Leaders

  • Ryan O’Reilly has been critical to Nashville’s offense this season, putting up six points in six games.
  • Filip Forsberg has six points (two goals, four assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • Roman Josi has contributed five points for Nashville in six games this season, netting a goal on 0% of his shots and recording zero goals and five assists.
  • As Nashville’s top goalie, Juuse Saros has recorded 1 win and 4 losses this season while allowing 14 goals with 131 saves.

Blackhawks Points Leaders

  • Seth Jones’ one goal and six assists in seven games give him seven points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Connor Bedard’s seven points this season, including one goal and six assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Chicago.
  • Teuvo Teravainen has three goals and four assists for Nashville.
  • Petr Mrazek has a record of 2-3-0 in five games this season, conceding 16 goals (3.2 goals against average) with 123 saves and an .885 save percentage, 39th in the league.

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Oilers L 4-2 Home +108
10/19/2024 Red Wings L 5-2 Home -200
10/22/2024 Bruins W 4-0 Home -142
10/25/2024 Blackhawks Away -172
10/26/2024 Blue Jackets Home
10/28/2024 Lightning Away
10/31/2024 Oilers Home

Blackhawks’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/17/2024 Sharks W 4-2 Home -190
10/19/2024 Sabres L 4-2 Home +122
10/22/2024 Canucks L 6-3 Home +154
10/25/2024 Predators Home +142
10/26/2024 Stars Away
10/28/2024 Avalanche Away
10/31/2024 Sharks Away

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Nashville vs. Chicago Game Info

  • Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
  • Time: 8:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Venue: United Center

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