There are lots of betting options to take into account for the upcoming matchup that has the Nashville Predators squaring off against the Detroit Red Wings at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday, October 12. To get you ready to make a wager or build a parlay, check out our best bets and projections below.

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Predators vs. Red Wings Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6.5 (model projecting 8 goals)

• Nashville’s games last season finished above this matchup’s total of 6.5 goals 35 times.
• Detroit played 46 games last season with over 6.5 goals.
• The teams combined to score 6.6 goals per game, 0.1 more than this one’s total.
• Opponents of these two teams combined to scored 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.
• This game features the league’s 24th-ranked (Red Wings) and 13th-ranked (Predators) teams last season in terms of defense.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -120

• The Predators put together a 27-17 record when favored on the moneyline last season.
• Nashville was 23-13 when playing as a moneyline favorite of -120 or shorter.
• Based on this matchup’s moneyline, the Predators have an implied win probability of 54.5%.

Red Wings Moneyline: +100

• The Red Wings were an underdog 54 times last season, and upset their opponent 23 times.
• Detroit had 51 games last season as an underdog by +100 or longer, and went 20-31.
• The Red Wings have a 50.0% 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)

• One of Nashville’s top offensive players last season was Filip Forsberg, who registered 94 points in 82 games.
• Having scored 23 goals and adding 62 assists a year ago, Roman Josi was a key piece on offense for Nashville over the course 82 games.
• With 81 points in 79 games last season (40 goals and 41 assists), Steven Stamkos was a key cog in the Nashville’s offensive efforts.
• As Nashville’s top goalie last season, Juuse Saros tallied 35 wins and 24 losses while giving up 173 goals against 1672 saves.

Red Wings Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Lucas Raymond had 31 goals (0.4 per game) and 41 assists (0.5 per game) last season, taking two shots per game and shooting 19%. That made him among the leaders for Detroit with 72 total points (0.9 per game).
• Dylan Larkin was a key contributor for Detroit, with 69 total points. He scored 33 goals and provided 36 assists in 68 games.
• Detroit’s Alex DeBrincat had 67 points (27 goals, 40 assists) last season.
• Cam Talbot had a .913 save percentage (13th in the league) last season, giving up 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)
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Detroit, Michigan
• Venue: Little Caesars Arena

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