- The Predators are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Canucks
- Predators vs. Canucks Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: FDSO | RSNP
The Nashville Predators (29-27) visit Rogers Arena to take on the Vancouver Canucks (19-37) on Mar. 12 in Vancouver, BC. The puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 pm.
The Predators are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+145).
The Predators vs. Canucks Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Predators vs. Canucks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Predators | -1.5 +145 | 6 +100 | -160 |
| Canucks | +1.5 -175 | 6 -120 | +135 |
Predators vs Canucks Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Predators will win this game with 66.9% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Predators vs Canucks Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Predators will cover the spread with 51.1% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 19 of their last 25 away games (+10.65 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 15 of their last 20 away games (+7.65 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Moneyline in 9 of their last 25 away games (+6.30 Units / 24% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the Puck Line in 14 of their last 20 away games (+5.85 Units / 16% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 1P Puck Line in 9 of their last 12 games (+5.10 Units / 24% ROI)
Canucks Best Bets & Trends
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 11 of their last 25 games (+8.25 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have covered the 1P Puck Line in their last 6 games at home (+6.00 Units / 57% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 9 of their last 15 games at home (+5.85 Units / 33% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 1P Moneyline in 3 of their last 5 games (+4.60 Units / 92% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have covered the 3P Puck Line in 10 of their last 14 games at home (+4.55 Units / 21% ROI)
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 35-29 against the spread this NHL season (-3.85 Units / -3.49% ROI).
- Predators are 29-35 when betting on the Moneyline for -3.05 Units /-4.37% ROI
- Predators are 31-30 when betting the Over for -2.2 Units / -3.08% ROI
- Predators are 30-31 when betting the Under for -3.65 Units /-5.23% ROI
Canucks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Canucks are 29-35 against the spread this NHL season (-22.65 Units /-21.33% ROI).
- Canucks are 19-45 when betting on the Moneyline for -23.95 Units / -35.25% ROI
- Canucks are 34-27 when betting the Over for +3.95 Units / 5.55% ROI
- Canucks are 27-34 when betting the Under for -10.35 Units / -14.7% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Canucks vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -165 | 0.5 +125 |
| Brady Skjei (NAS) | 0.5 +200 | 0.5 -275 |
| Jonathan Marchessault (NAS) | 0.5 -120 | 0.5 -110 |
| Marco Rossi (VAN) | 0.5 +105 | 0.5 -140 |
| Filip Forsberg (NAS) | 0.5 -210 | 0.5 +150 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Canucks vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 2.5 +100 | 2.5 -140 |
| Jonathan Marchessault (NAS) | 2.5 +115 | 2.5 -160 |
| Drew O'Connor (VAN) | 1.5 -145 | 1.5 +105 |
| Liam Ohgren (VAN) | 1.5 -125 | 1.5 -110 |
| Filip Forsberg (NAS) | 3.5 -105 | 3.5 -125 |
Predators: Keys to the Game vs. Canucks
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 103-119 (.464) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 29-35 (.453) this season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 58-87 (.400) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Canucks: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Canucks are 5-16 (.238) when winning the xG advantage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .638
The Canucks are 19-45 (.297) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks are 56-88 (.389) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks are 6-20 (.231) when tied after the first period this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have scored on 28% of second chance opportunities in the first period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Predators have 5.6 rush chances per game this season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 6.4
The Predators had 235 forecheck chances last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Canucks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Canucks have scored on 14% of rush chances while tied since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Canucks have scored on 16% of rush chances in the second period since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Canucks have scored on 29% of cycle chances this month — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Canucks had 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — tied for most among NHL Teams
Predators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have allowed 5 second chance scoring opportunities in 4v4 situations this season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Predators have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Predators have allowed 10 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations since the start of the 2023-24 season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Predators had 480 successful stick checks in the first period last season — most among NHL Teams
Canucks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Canucks have a .690 slot save percentage in 4v4 situations since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .834
The Canucks have allowed 0.9 goals per game against the power play this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.6
The Canucks have allowed 3.7 goals per game this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.1
The Canucks have allowed 10 second chance scoring opportunities in overtime since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
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