The Nashville Predators are set to host the formidable Vegas Golden Knights in a David vs. Goliath matchup at Bridgestone Arena.
With Vegas boasting the Pacific Division's best record and Nashville languishing near the Central Division's cellar, this clash pits a playoff contender against a team playing out the string.
All eyes will be on how the Predators' struggling offense, averaging just 2.54 goals per game, fares against the Golden Knights' stingy defense that's allowed a mere 2.65 goals per contest as the home team squares off against the away team.
Nashville Predators vs. Vegas Golden Knights prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Nashville Predators vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup, our predictive model gives the Knights a 75% chance of defeating the Preds.
Pre-game probabilities
Vegas Golden Knights
Moneyline
Win %
75%
25%
Nashville Predators
Vegas Golden Knights: 75% win probability
- Strong offensive output (247 goals scored, 3rd in Western Conference)
- Solid defensive performance (194 goals against, 5th best in the West)
- Excellent recent form (5-game winning streak)
Nashville Predators: 25% win probability
- Struggling offense (184 goals scored, 3rd lowest in Western Conference)
- Poor goal differential (-48, 3rd worst in the West)
- Inconsistent recent performance (LWLWL in last 5 games)
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Nashville Predators vs. Vegas Golden Knights preview
The Vegas Golden Knights are set to face off against the Nashville Predators in what promises to be an intriguing matchup between two teams at opposite ends of the standings.
Vegas has been on fire this season, boasting the best record in the Pacific Division and showcasing their offensive prowess with 3.39 goals per game.
Jack Eichel and Mark Stone have been lighting up the scoreboard for the Golden Knights, combining for a whopping 44 goals and 109 assists.
On the flip side, Nashville's been struggling to find their footing, with only six skaters notching 10 or more goals this season.
The Predators' defense hasn't fared much better, allowing 3.22 goals per game, which could spell trouble against Vegas' high-octane offense.
Keep an eye on Vegas' defensive duo of Alex Pietrangelo and Brayden McNabb, who've been solid at the blue line, contributing to the team's stingy 2.65 goals against per game.
While the Golden Knights look poised to dominate, hockey's a funny game - could we see Nashville pull off a shocking upset on home ice?
Regardless of the outcome, this clash between a Stanley Cup contender and a team looking to play spoiler should make for some compelling hockey at Bridgestone Arena.
Nashville Predators vs. Vegas Golden Knights form
Nashville Predators vs. Vegas Golden Knights head to head
Nashville Predators
67%
Vegas Golden Knights
33%
Jan 15, 2025
Nashville Predators
5 : 3
Vegas Golden Knights
Mar 27, 2024
Nashville Predators
5 : 4
Vegas Golden Knights
Feb 21, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
3 : 5
Nashville Predators
Jan 15, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
4 : 1
Nashville Predators
Apr 5, 2023
Nashville Predators
3 : 2
Vegas Golden Knights
Feb 8, 2023
Nashville Predators
1 : 5
Vegas Golden Knights
