NHL

Chicago vs Nashville

Can Big Risks Pay Off in Smashville?

Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks (19-35-8) VS Predators (23-32-7)

Mar 8, 2025 | 8:00 PM ET | Bridgestone Arena

Nashville Predators
Pick: Predators, Moneyline (-278): Grade: B
Chicago’s offense has stumbled through a three-game losing streak, further strained by nagging injuries to key forwards that limit any sustained scoring punch. Nashville, despite coping with an ailing top-line center, arrives with the momentum of a recent conference win and typically outperforms the Blackhawks at home. Factoring in these trends, the likelihood of another Predators triumph ranks high, though bettors face heavier juice on the minus line. This wager earns a B grade for its credible blend of expected success and moderate bankroll upside.
Over/Under Pick: Over 6.5, (+115) - Grade B
Filip Forsberg is eager to reclaim momentum for the Predators, who have dropped their last two games and desperately need an offensive surge to break out of their slump. Meanwhile, the Blackhawks have been stuck in a four-game skid, giving up critical goals late in contests. Despite Chicago’s injury concerns on defense, Nashville’s own defensive depth has been tested by minor knocks to key contributors, setting the stage for potential high-scoring action. Historically, these Central Division rivals often light the lamp multiple times when they clash, making an Over bet worth a shot. Banking on more than six total goals offers a solid return for bettors looking to capitalize on a wide-open affair.
Puckline Pick: Predators, -1.5 (-110) - B+

Roman Josi’s steady blue-line presence has kept Nashville competitive, even as the team nurses a recent injury to a key forward. While the Predators are only 23-32-7, they snapped their brief losing skid last week, contrasting with Chicago’s ongoing drought at 19-35-8. Historically strong on home ice, Nashville’s confidence has been bolstered by timely scoring from its top line. On the flip side, the Blackhawks must rely heavily on emerging talent to cover defensive lapses if they want to snap their slump. Backing Nashville -1.5 at -110 offers a decent payout, earning a B+ rating for both likelihood and value.

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