Whether you’re looking to place a single bet or have your eyes set on building a parlay, Thursday’s game at 8:00 PM ET between the Nashville Predators and the Dallas Stars features a slew of betting options. Prior to the puck dropping, take a look at our best bets for this game.

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Predators vs. Stars Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

• Nashville and its opponent combined to score more than 6 goals in 52 of 88 games last season.
• Dallas played 56 games last season with more than 6 goals.
• The teams combined to score 6.8 goals per game, 0.8 more than this one’s over/under.
• These two teams together surrendered 5.8 goals per game, 0.2 fewer than this one’s total.
• The Predators were 10th in goals scored in the league, and the Stars were third.
• This game features the league’s eighth-ranked (Stars) and 13th-ranked (Predators) teams last season in terms of defense.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -117

• The Predators were 27-17 when favored on the moneyline last season.
• Nashville had a 23-14 record (winning 62.2% of its games) when playing as a moneyline favorite of -117 or shorter.
• Based on this contest’s moneyline, the Predators have an implied win probability of 53.9%.

Stars Moneyline: -103

• The Stars were an underdog in 17 games last season, with nine upset wins (52.9%).
• Dallas was 7-7 last season when sportsbooks made them underdogs of -103 or longer on the moneyline.
• The moneyline implies a 50.7% chance of victory for the Stars.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 4, Dallas 3

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

• With 48 goals and 46 assists last season, Filip Forsberg was one of Nashville’s top contributors (94 points).
• Roman Josi recorded 85 points (23 goals, 62 assists), adding significantly to the team’s offensive efforts last season.
• Nashville’s scoring effort last season was aided by Steven Stamkos’ 85 points, including 41 assists.
• Last season for Nashville, Juuse Saros (35-24-5) registered a 2.9 goals-against average, and a save percentage of .906.

Stars Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Jason Robertson was a leading scorer for Dallas last season, with 80 points. He put up 29 goals and 51 assists in 82 games.
• Wyatt Johnston was key for Dallas’ attack with 65 total points (0.8 per game), including 32 goals and 33 assists in 82 contests.
• Dallas’ Roope Hintz had 65 points, courtesy of 30 goals (second on team) and 35 assists (fifth).
• Jake Oettinger had a .905 save percentage (31st in the league) last season, allowing 140 goals (2.7 goals against average). He put together a 35-14-4 record between the pipes for Dallas.

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Nashville vs. Dallas Game Info

• Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
• Time: 8:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Nashville, Tennessee
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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