Keep reading to see our Predators vs Panthers NHL pick and preview. In this article we will outline who will come away with the win and cover the puck line.
- The Predators hold a 4-8-1 record so far.
- In terms of giveaways, the Predators are currently 15th in the league.
- The Predators are coming off a 5-2 win vs. the Avalanche.
- The Panthers take on Nashville at 9-3-1.
- The Panthers come into the game ranked 15th in shots on goal.
- The Panthers are coming off a 4-2 win vs. the Stars.
Predators vs Panthers Preview
The Predators and Panthers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Panthers will host the game at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Panthers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Predators.
Predators vs. Panthers Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NHL
- Teams: Nashville Predators at Florida Panthers
- Where: Sunrise at Amerant Bank Arena
- Date: Thursday, November 7th
- Betting Odds FLA -1.5, NAS +160 | FLA -192 O/U 6
Predators Preview: Will Nashville Make it Happen on the Road?
Nashville improved to 4-8-1 with a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.
After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, Nashville responded with five unanswered goals. All five of their goals came from different players.
Nashville found the net five times in their 5-2 win over Colorado, with two of those goals coming on empty nets. The Predators were held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season on a power play. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year.
Roman Josi added his first goal of the season, also on a power play. Filip Forsberg scored his seventh goal on an empty net, while Gustav Nyquist added his fourth, also on an empty net. Nashville took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.
Defensively, the Predators gave up the first goal at 17:06 in the second period and another late in the third, but they held strong otherwise, leading to a 5-2 win. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while Nashville's defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits.
Panthers Preview: Do the Panthers Stand a Chance at Home?
The Panthers improved to 9-3-1 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. Florida, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.
Four different players scored for the Panthers, with Sam Reinhart’s goal at 19:00 in the third period sealing the win. Florida led 2-0 before the Stars tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal at 2:32 in the third put the Panthers ahead for good.
In their 4-2 win over the Stars, the Panthers' offense was led by A.J. Greer, who netted his first goal of the season. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal on an empty net and picked up his 11th assist. The Panthers had 25 shots on goal and scored in each period, with two goals coming in the third.
Matthew Tkachuk scored his third goal of the season on a power play, while Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring with his third goal. Florida recorded 16 giveaways and finished with 6 assists.
Defensively, the Panthers allowed two goals, both coming in the second period. Spencer Knight made 23 saves and posted a 92% save percentage. The Panthers' defense also recorded 8 takeaways and 22 hits.
Predators vs Panthers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- In their last three road games, Nashville has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 2. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.
- Although Florida has a straight up record of 2-1 in their last three home games, they have not held up as well vs. the puck line going 1-2. The team averaged 3 goals per game in these games.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Panthers have a straight up record of 4-6 and an puck line mark of 7-3.
- Looking back on the team's last three games as the favorite, the Predators have a straight up record of 1-2. Their record vs the puck line in these games was 1-2.
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Predators vs Panthers Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Pick: Panthers -192
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