Blackhawks vs Predators

Connor Bedard remains a bright spot for the Chicago offense, but the Blackhawks limp into Nashville on a four-game slide, compounded by the absence of Seth Jones from their blue line. Meanwhile, the Predators are also licking wounds—Filip Forsberg’s lingering injury has contributed to their recent two-game rut—yet they’ve historically outdueled Chicago by winning five of the last seven meetings in Central Division showdowns. Considering the combined streaks and key casualties, backing Nashville at -200 on the moneyline provides a moderate return and a solid likelihood of victory, earning this pick a respectable B.

Roman Josi, still anchoring Nashville’s blueline according to current rosters, will be key in snapping the Predators’ three-game losing skid as they host a Chicago squad also reeling from consecutive defeats. Despite the absence of a top forward for each side—both teams nursing injuries that have tested their depth—these Central Division rivals often see the ice tilt toward surprising offensive bursts. Historical matchups in this arena have featured swingy scorelines, and both clubs, sitting with records at 22-32-7 and 19-35-8, are desperate to light the lamp to shift momentum before the season slips away. With goaltending in flux and shaky defensive support, the Over looks appealing; the moderate payout and balanced odds earn this bet a solid B rating, promising decent value if the goals start flowing fast.

Mar 8, 2025 | 20:00 | Bridgestone Arena Title: Predators Poised for Another Home Triumph Tagline: Where Nashville’s roar rumbles long after the final whistle Roman Josi has been a steady force from the blue line for the Predators, helping them break their recent two-game skid while Chicago has dropped four straight. Despite both squads missing valuable depth forwards, Nashville’s key scorers remain intact and eager to exploit the Blackhawks’ weakened defense. Historically, the Predators have performed well against Central Division rivals in their own arena, capitalizing on the home-ice advantage and favorable matchups. Our puckline pick nets a decent return and earns a “B” grade based on its likelihood to cash in and the moderate risk-to-reward ratio.