How to Pick the Rangers vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – March 2

Published 4:50 pm Saturday, March 1, 2025

There are plenty of betting possibilities to take into account for the upcoming contest that has the New York Rangers going up against the Nashville Predators at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 2. To get you ready to make a bet or put together a parlay, take a look at our best bets and predictions below.

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Rangers vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Push (model projecting 6 goals)

  • This season, New York and its opponent have combined to outscore Sunday’s over/under of 6 goals 32 times.
  • This season, 27 of Nashville’s games have featured more than 6 goals.
  • These two teams combine for 5.6 goals per game, 0.4299999999999997 less than the total set for this contest.
  • The 6.4 goals per game these two teams are giving up on average are 0.4 more than the total for this contest.

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Moneyline Pick

Rangers Moneyline: -181

  • The Rangers have been victorious in 23 of their 39 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (59.0%).
  • New York is 12-5 (victorious in 70.6% of its games) when it has played with moneyline odds of -181 or shorter.
  • Based on this matchup’s moneyline, the Rangers have an implied probability of 64.4% to win.

Predators Moneyline: +150

  • In Nashville’s 24 games playing as the moneyline underdog this season, it has six wins.
  • The Predators have one victory in matches with moneyline odds of +150 or longer (in three chances).
  • Nashville has a 40.0% implied probability to win this game.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
New York 4, Nashville 2

Rangers Points Leaders

  • With 23 goals and 35 assists this season, Artemi Panarin is one of New York’s top contributors (58 points).
  • Adam Fox is another of New York’s top contributors currently with 48 total points (five goals and 43 assists) to his name.
  • With 45 points through 49 games (14 goals and 31 assists), Jonathan Tanner Miller has been an important part of New York’s offense this season.
  • Igor Shesterkin (20-21-2) has a 2.9 goals against average and a save percentage of .904 for New York.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Nashville’s Filip Forsberg has totaled 32 assists and 22 goals in 59 games, good for 54 points.
  • Jonathan Marchessault’s 46 points this season, including 18 goals and 28 assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Nashville.
  • Roman Josi has scored nine goals and contributed 29 assists for Nashville, giving him a point total of 38.
  • Juuse Saros’ record stands at 13-25-6 on the season, allowing 128 goals (3.0 goals against average) and collecting 1122 saves with an .898 save percentage (38th in the league).

Rangers’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
2/23/2025 Penguins W 5-3 Away -151
2/25/2025 Islanders W 5-1 Away -119
2/28/2025 Maple Leafs L 3-2 Home -102
3/2/2025 Predators Home -181
3/3/2025 Islanders Home
3/5/2025 Capitals Home
3/8/2025 Senators Away

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
2/25/2025 Panthers L 4-1 Home +135
2/27/2025 Jets W 2-1 Home +115
3/1/2025 Islanders L 7-4 Away +130
3/2/2025 Rangers Away +150
3/4/2025 Bruins Away
3/6/2025 Kraken Home
3/8/2025 Blackhawks Home

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New York vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025
  • Time: 7 p.m. ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: New York City, New York
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden

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