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Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 27, 2024

Updated on:
Dec 27, 2024 9:16 PM
The St. Louis Blues return to action on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 8:00 PM, hosting the Nashville Predators at Enterprise Center. Following a thrilling performance from Holloway, who scored a hat-trick in their previous game, the Blues aim to capitalize on their momentum against a struggling Predators squad. The Blues, sitting with a 16-16-4 record, will look to improve their 6-8-1 home record against the Predators, who have struggled on the road with a 3-10-4 mark.
Nashville Predators vs St. Louis Blues

Current Odds

NSH
STL
Over
10.5
+125
Under
9.5
+110
NSH
+1.5
+185
STL
-2.5
+120
NSH
ML
+800
STL
ML
-1000

Predators vs Blues statistics

Stat Predators Blues
Goals For per Game 2.40 2.50
Goals Against Average 3.06 2.97
Shots per Game 29.1 26.1
Shots Against per Game 29.5 28.6
Power Play Goals 18 12
Power Play Goals Against 13 21
Short Handed Goals 1 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 302 268
Power Play Percentage 18.0 15.2
Penalty Kill Percentage 87.4 76.9

St. Louis Blues recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/23/24 @ Detroit Red Wings W 4-0
12/20/24 @ Florida Panthers L 2-1 OT
12/19/24 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 3-1
12/17/24 vs New Jersey Devils L 4-1
12/15/24 vs New York Rangers W 3-2

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/23/24 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 5-2
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

St. Louis Blues injuries

  • Radek Faksa (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Neighbours (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Philip Broberg (D): Day-To-Day
  • Justin Faulk (D): Day-To-Day
  • Pavel Buchnevich (LW): Day-To-Day

Nashville Predators injuries

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

Predators vs Blues game info

Type Info
Venue Enterprise Center
Location Saint Louis, MO
Puck drop Fri 8:00 PM

Predators vs Blues predictions

If you're a Nashville Predators fan, you'll definitely want to keep an eye on two of their standout stars: Jonathan Marchessault and Filip Forsberg. Marchessault has been a strong finisher this season with 12 goals, and his knack for finding the back of the net might just be the turning point the Predators need against the St. Louis Blues. Forsberg, on the other hand, has been the setup man for the Preds, leading with 20 assists and a total of 29 points. His vision on the ice and ability to create plays can disrupt even the most formidable defenses. With Forsberg orchestrating the attack, Nashville's offense could present a real threat at the Enterprise Center.

Switching gears to the St. Louis Blues, there's a lot of buzz around Jordan Kyrou. With 14 goals to his name, he's been the spearhead of St. Louis's offense. Even more critical is how his 29 points have consistently fueled the team’s charge up the Central Division standings. The absence of Robert Thomas, their leading assist maker, due to injury, means Kyrou might have to wear more hats tonight, keeping the playmaking alive. Blues fans will be hoping he can rise to the occasion, exploiting any gaps in Nashville's defense to bolster their win column.

Now, who’s likely to come out on top? It’s a close call, given how both teams match up in the Central Division, but momentum might just favor the St. Louis Blues. After Dylan Holloway's dazzling hat trick in their previous game, there's a palpable energy buzzing around the Blues. The comfort of playing at home, coupled with the adrenaline from recent performances, could edge them ahead in a tight battle. But this is the NHL—where surprises often rule the ice. What do you think? Will the trips on the road take their toll on the Predators, or will they silence the home crowd? Game on!

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