On Saturday, October 12 at 7:00 PM ET, the Nashville Predators are scheduled to face off against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. For best bets, picks, and predictions for this matchup, continue reading.

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Predators vs. Red Wings Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6.5 (model projecting 8.0 goals)

• Nashville and its opponent posted more than 6.5 goals in 35 of 88 games last season.
• Detroit played 46 games last season with over 6.5 goals.
• These teams averaged 6.6 goals per game between them, 0.1 more than this one’s total.
• These teams conceded a combined 6.4 goals per game, 0.1 fewer than this one’s total.
• In terms of goals scored, the Predators were 10th in the league, and the Red Wings were ninth.
• The Predators were 13th in the league in goals conceded, and the Red Wings were 24th.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -115

• The Predators put together a 27-17 record when listed as a moneyline favorite last season.
• When playing as a moneyline favorite at -115 or shorter, Nashville went 23-14.
• The implied moneyline probability for this matchup gives the Predators a 53.5% chance to win.

Red Wings Moneyline: -104

• The Red Wings were an underdog 54 times last season, and upset their opponent 23 times.
• Detroit won 20 of its 51 games last season when an underdog by -104 or longer on the moneyline.
• The Red Wings have a 51.0% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 5, Detroit 3

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Filip Forsberg, a leading offensive player a season ago for Nashville, posted 94 points on the season.
• Roman Josi had 23 goals and 62 assists for Nashville last season, totaling 85 points (1.0 per game).
• With 81 points in 79 games last season (40 goals and 41 assists), Steven Stamkos was an important part of Nashville’s offensive efforts.
• As Nashville’s top keeper last season, Juuse Saros posted 35 wins and 24 losses while giving up 173 goals against 1672 saves.

Red Wings Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Detroit’s Lucas Raymond recorded 41 assists and 31 goals in 82 games last season, for 72 points.
• Dylan Larkin was pivotal for Detroit’s attack with 69 total points (0.9 per game), including 33 goals and 36 assists in 68 games.
• Alex DeBrincat had 27 goals and 40 assists for Nashville.
• Cam Talbot had a .913 save percentage (13th in the league) last season, conceding 130 goals (2.5 goals against average). He put together a 27-20-6 record between the pipes for Detroit.

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Nashville vs. Detroit Game Info

• Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
• Time: 7:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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• Location: Detroit, Michigan
• Venue: Little Caesars Arena

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