The Nashville Predators (18-23-7) welcome the Vancouver Canucks (23-24-4) to Bridgestone Arena for what promises to be an intriguing Wednesday night matchup between two teams heading in opposite directions.
The Canucks enter the contest riding the momentum of back-to-back victories, with their offensive trio of JT Miller, Conor Garland, and Brock Boeser combining for an impressive 38 goals and 62 assists this season.
Nashville, meanwhile, has been grappling with defensive challenges, having allowed 15 goals in their last three games despite strong performances from goaltender Juuse Saros.
The contrast between Vancouver's improving form and Nashville's recent struggles sets the stage for what could be a pivotal game for both teams' seasons.
While the Predators boast the talented offensive line of Filip Forsberg, Steven Stamkos, and Jonathan Marchessault (50 goals, 70 assists combined), their defensive vulnerabilities have contributed to their position near the bottom of the Central Division.
As these teams prepare to face off in Nashville, both squads will be looking to address their defensive challenges, with the Predators allowing 3.21 goals per game and the Canucks not far behind at 3.14.
Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks: who will win?
For tonight's Nashville Predators vs Vancouver Canucks matchup, our predictive model gives the Predators a 58% chance of defeating the Canucks.
Pre-game probabilities
Nashville Predators
Moneyline
Win %
58%
42%
Vancouver Canucks
Nashville Predators: 58% win probability
- Strong recent momentum (5-game form: LWWWW)
- Better defensive efficiency (154 goals against in 48 games)
- Home ice advantage with improving form (18 wins in 48 games)
Vancouver Canucks: 42% win probability
- Poor defensive record (155 goals against in 49 games)
- Inconsistent recent form (WWLLW)
- Struggling road performance (22 wins in 49 games overall)
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Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks form
Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks head to head
Nashville Predators
50%
Vancouver Canucks
50%
Jan 4, 2025
Vancouver Canucks
0 : 3
Nashville Predators
Nov 18, 2024
Vancouver Canucks
3 : 5
Nashville Predators
May 3, 2024
Nashville Predators
0 : 1
Vancouver Canucks
May 1, 2024
Vancouver Canucks
1 : 2
Nashville Predators
Apr 28, 2024
Nashville Predators
3 : 4
Vancouver Canucks
Apr 26, 2024
Nashville Predators
1 : 2
Vancouver Canucks
