How to Pick the Predators vs. Blackhawks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 16
Published 11:50 am Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Looking for best bets for the upcoming contest between the Nashville Predators and the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday at 8:00 PM ET? You’ve found the right spot. In the piece below, we provide our picks and predictions to help you make smart betting decisions for this matchup.
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Predators vs. Blackhawks Picks
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Total Pick
Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.8 goals)
- This season, Nashville and its opponent have combined to outscore Thursday’s total of 5.5 goals 18 times.
- So far this season, 25 games Chicago has played finished with more than 5.5 goals.
- The Predators score 2.47 goals per game, compared to the Blackhawks’ average of 2.55, adding up to 0.5 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 5.5.
- These two teams are conceding a combined 6.6 goals per game, 1.1 more than this contest’s over/under.
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Moneyline Pick
Predators Moneyline: -263
- In the 24 times this season the Predators have been a moneyline favorite, they have gone 10-14 in those games.
- Nashville has not played a game this season shorter than -263 moneyline odds.
- The Predators’ implied moneyline win probability is 72.5% in this contest.
Blackhawks Moneyline: +215
- Chicago has 13 wins when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (which has happened 41 times).
- When the Blackhawks’ moneyline odds are +215 or longer, they have won two games in 10 opportunities.
- Chicago’s moneyline gives it an implied probability of 31.7% to win this contest.
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Score Prediction
Prediction:
Nashville 4, Chicago 2
Predators Points Leaders
- With 12 goals and 25 assists this season, Filip Forsberg is one of Nashville’s leading contributors (37 points).
- With 14 goals and 18 assists, Jonathan Marchessault is one of the top offensive options for Nashville with his 32 points (0.7 per game).
- Nashville’s scoring effort is aided by Roman Josi’s 32 points. He’s contributed 21 assists.
- Juuse Saros (9-18-6) has a 2.8 goals against average and a save percentage of .902 for Nashville.
Blackhawks Points Leaders
- Connor Bedard is a top offensive contributor for his squad with 39 points (0.9 per game). He has totaled 12 goals and 27 assists in 44 games (playing 19:45 per game).
- Teuvo Teravainen is a top scorer for Chicago, with 31 total points this season. He has scored 10 goals and provided 21 assists in 44 games.
- Ryan Donato has 13 goals and 11 assists, for a season point total of 24.
- Petr Mrazek’s record stands at 8-16-1 on the season, giving up 79 goals (3.2 goals against average) and amassing 659 saves with an .893 save percentage (50th in the league).
Predators’ Schedule
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| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7/2025 | Jets | L 5-2 | Away | +133 |
| 1/11/2025 | Capitals | L 4-1 | Home | -143 |
| 1/14/2025 | Golden Knights | W 5-3 | Home | +112 |
| 1/16/2025 | Blackhawks | – | Home | -263 |
| 1/18/2025 | Wild | – | Home | – |
| 1/21/2025 | Sharks | – | Home | – |
| 1/23/2025 | Sharks | – | Away | – |
Blackhawks’ Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10/2025 | Red Wings | L 5-3 | Away | +152 |
| 1/11/2025 | Oilers | L 4-3 | Home | +318 |
| 1/13/2025 | Flames | L 5-2 | Home | +135 |
| 1/16/2025 | Predators | – | Away | +215 |
| 1/18/2025 | Golden Knights | – | Home | – |
| 1/20/2025 | Hurricanes | – | Home | – |
| 1/24/2025 | Lightning | – | Home | – |
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Nashville vs. Chicago Game Info
- Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
- Time: 8:00 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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