Nashville Predators vs. Vegas Golden Knights Preview
The Nashville Predators, currently with a record of 23 wins, 20 losses, and 4 overtime losses, are set to face off against the Vegas Golden Knights, who boast a record of 23 wins, 11 losses, and 12 overtime losses. This exciting matchup is scheduled for Saturday at 10 p.m. EST, taking place in Paradise, Nevada, at the home rink of the Golden Knights.
Previous Encounter
In their previous encounter earlier this season, the Predators managed to edge out the Golden Knights with a score of 4-2. This upcoming game will be crucial as both teams vie for a stronger position in their respective divisions—Nashville in the Central Division and Vegas in the Pacific Division.
Team Performance
Vegas arrives with a solid home record of 11 wins, 6 losses, and 6 overtime losses. On the season, they have scored a total of 152 goals while allowing 138, resulting in a positive scoring differential of +14. Their recent performance includes a thrilling 6-5 overtime victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs, highlighted by Pavel Dorofeyev’s two goals.
Nashville’s overall performance includes 10 wins, 10 losses, and 2 overtime losses on the road. Remarkably, they have shown resilience in close games, with an impressive record of 11 wins, 3 losses, and 4 overtime losses in contests decided by just one goal.
Key Players
Key players to watch include Jack Eichel from the Golden Knights, who has netted 17 goals alongside 38 assists this season, while teammate Mark Stone has been on a roll with 9 goals and 8 assists in the last ten games. For the Predators, Steven Stamkos stands out with 21 goals and 12 assists, skillfully complemented by Ryan O’Reilly’s contributions of 5 goals and 6 assists in his last 10 outings.
Recent Performances
Looking at their recent performances, the Golden Knights have gone 6-3-1 over the last ten games, scoring an average of 3.8 goals per game. Conversely, the Predators have performed slightly better, posting a 7-3-0 record while averaging three goals per game and conceding 2.8 goals.
Injury Report and Betting Odds
On the injury front, both teams report no current injuries listed, ensuring that fans can look forward to a competitive showdown without significant absences.
As the action unfolds, the Golden Knights are favored with a betting line set at -267, while the Predators are placed at +216, with an over/under of 6 for total goals expected in the match.
