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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Nashville Predators: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 23, 2024

Updated on:
Dec 23, 2024 9:08 PM
The Nashville Predators are set to take on the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday, December 23rd at 8:00 PM at Bridgestone Arena. The Predators, currently sitting with a 10-17-7 record, will look to build momentum off their recent overtime win as they host the Metropolitan Division-leading Hurricanes, who bring a strong 21-11-1 record into the matchup. This should be an exciting contest between two teams headed in different directions.
Carolina Hurricanes vs Nashville Predators

Current Odds

CAR
NSH
Over
4.5
-110
Under
6.5
+100
CAR
+3.5
+195
NSH
-3.5
+160
CAR
ML
+2500
NSH
ML
-1100

Hurricanes vs Predators statistics

Stat Hurricanes Predators
Goals For per Game 3.52 2.32
Goals Against Average 2.73 3.09
Shots per Game 31.8 29.3
Shots Against per Game 25.2 29.5
Power Play Goals 28 17
Power Play Goals Against 15 13
Short Handed Goals 3 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 244 298
Power Play Percentage 26.4 17.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 86.1 87.3

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/21/24 vs Los Angeles Kings W 3-2 OT
12/19/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins L 5-4 OT
12/17/24 vs New York Rangers W 2-0
12/14/24 @ Colorado Avalanche L 5-2
12/12/24 @ Dallas Stars W 4-1

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/20/24 @ Washington Capitals L 3-1
12/17/24 vs New York Islanders W 4-0
12/15/24 vs Columbus Blue Jackets W 4-1
12/13/24 vs Ottawa Senators L 3-0
12/10/24 vs San Jose Sharks W 3-2

Nashville Predators injuries

  • Justin Barron (D): Day-To-Day
  • Roman Josi (D): Injured Reserve
  • Ryan O'Reilly (C): Day-To-Day
  • Alexandre Carrier (D): Injured Reserve
  • Gustav Nyquist (RW): Day-To-Day

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Jack Drury (C): Out
  • Pyotr Kochetkov (G): Day-To-Day
  • Seth Jarvis (C): Injured Reserve
  • Riley Stillman (D): Injured Reserve
  • Brendan Lemieux (LW): Day-To-Day

Hurricanes vs Predators game info

Type Info
Venue Bridgestone Arena
Location Nashville, TN
Puck drop Mon 8:00 PM

Hurricanes vs Predators predictions

As the Carolina Hurricanes get ready to take on the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena, all eyes are on Martin Necas. This center has been on fire lately, leading the team in goals, assists, and points. How does that happen? Well, 14 goals and 30 assists headlining a run like that doesn’t come by accident. Necas’s vision and ability to make plays are like having a silent puppet master orchestrating each attack on ice. If the Hurricanes are to continue their winning ways, expect him to be at the center of the action—quite literally. But let's not forget the rest of the support cast, who have helped Necas become unstoppable in his role.

Switching over to the Nashville Predators, there are a few standout players worth talking about. Jonathan Marchessault is definitely one who can make a difference with his 10 goals lighting up the scoreboard. However, Filip Forsberg is another critical asset, and if the team hopes to skate ahead of the Hurricanes, Forsberg’s playmaking with his 17 assists so far is crucial. Think about this: in a sport where rapid shifts and breathtaking speed reign supreme, having a creative playmaker like Forsberg can be a game-changer. He has an impressive sense of timing, always ready to set up his teammates for that picture-perfect goal.

Now, the million-dollar question: Who’s going to take this one home? Given the stats, the odds are leaning towards the Carolina Hurricanes, and it’s not just a gut feeling. With the Hurricanes sporting a strong record and carrying momentum, they seem better poised to claim victory. Plus, their offensive calibers, spearheaded by Necas, look like they could be a handful for the Predators defensive lineup. But, hey, this is the NHL; surprises happen on any given night. What do you think—do the Predators have a surprise in store, or will the Hurricanes continue their storm through Nashville?

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