Predators vs Blackhawks Betting Picks and Prediction

The Nashville Predators (12-12-0) play the struggling Chicago Blackhawks (7-16-0) in a Central Division matchup on Tuesday at the United Center in one of eight NHL games on the NHL schedule. Nashville beat Chicago 4-2 earlier this season. The Predators are 10 points ahead of the Blackhawks and sit in sixth place in the Central Division.

Juuse Saros (3.05 GAA, .900 save percentage) is the projected starting goaltender for the Predators, while Petr Mrazek (3.42 GAA, .899 save percentage) is likely to start in goal for the Blackhawks. Let’s take a closer look at the Predators vs Blackhawks betting picks for tonight’s game.

Nashville Predators vs. Chicago Blackhawks Odds

Predators vs. Blackhawks Information

Nashville Predators vs Chicago Blackhawks

Location of the game: United Center. Chicago, Illinois.

Date & Time: Tuesday, December 5. 8:30 p.m. ET.

How to Watch: TVA Sports

Nashville Predators vs. Chicago Blackhawks Analysis

Nashville Predators Performance Recap and Analysis

The Predators hasn’t exactly been among the top NHL picks to make the playoffs this season, but they’ve played above expectation. They’re 7-3 in their last 10 games and have beaten some quality NHL teams, including the Pittsburgh Penguins, Winnipeg Jets, and Colorado Avalanche. The Predators are 4-6 on the road this season.

Nashville ranks 16th in goals per game (3.17) and T17th in goals allowed (3.21). They have the third-worst penalty-kill in the league at just 73 percent efficiency. This is the third game on the Nashville Predators schedule in four nights. Filip Forsberg leads the team in NHL player stats with 28 points (13 goals, 15 assists).

Key Injuries

• Nashville is without Cody Glass, Tomas Novak, and Alexandre Carrier, all of whom are on the NHL injury report.

Betting Trends to Know

• The Predators are 13-11 against the spread (ATS) this season, including 5-9 on the road.
• Their over-under record is 13-11, including 7-7 on the road.
• They’ve won six of the last seven games in the Predators vs Blackhawks betting picks, outscoring Chicago 21-11.

Chicago Blackhawks Performance Recap and Analysis

The Chicago Blackhawks standings have been getting worse as the season progresses. Chicago is 2-8-0 in its last 10 games, have lost three games in a row, and are now tied for last place with the San Jose Sharks with just 14 points. Chicago ranks 30th in goals per game (3.7) and goals allowed (3.7). They’re also a bottom-five team in shots, shots allowed, and power-play percentage.

Rookie Connor Bedard leads the Blackhawks with 20 points (11 goals, 9 assists) and is the betting favorite to win the Calder Trophy. He hasn’t had much help on offense as only three other players have at least 10 points. 

Key Injuries

• Taylor Hall is the most notable absence for the Chicago Blackhawks. He’s out for the season with a knee injury.
• Colin Blackwell, Andreas Athanasiou, and Anthony Beauvillier, recently acquired from the Vancouver Canucks, are also on the NHL injury report.

Betting Trends to Know

• Chicago is 10-13 ATS, including 4-5 at home.
• Their over-under record is 9-14 and 4-5 on home ice.

Predators vs. Blackhawks Betting Picks

• Moneyline: Given Nashville’s impressive record over the Blackhawks in the last few seasons and their play as of late, it’s tough to bet against the Predators.
• Puck Line: Chicago has struggled to score all season and that likely won’t change tonight. The Nashville Predators winning by two goals feels like a safe bet for the Predators vs Blackhawks betting picks.
• Over/Under: The over has hit in just one of Saros’ last five starts and Chicago doesn’t have the offensive firepower to change that trend.

Nashville Predators vs. Chicago Blackhawks Prediction

• NHL Pick: Nashville 4-2

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