How to Pick the Stars vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – October 10

Published 8:40 pm Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Thursday’s contest that pits the Dallas Stars against the Nashville Predators, which begins at 8:00 PM ET, includes plenty of betting options. Below, we go over the best bets for this matchup, so take a peek before making any wagers.

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Stars vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

  • In 48 of 101 games last season, Dallas and its opponent combined to finish above 6.5 goals.
  • Nashville and its opponent combined to score more than 6.5 goals in 35 of 88 games last season.
  • The two teams averaged 6.8 goals per game combined, 0.3 more than this one’s total.
  • These teams surrendered 5.8 goals per game combined, 0.7 fewer than this one’s over/under.
  • The Stars were third in goals scored in the league, and the Predators were 10th.
  • The Predators were 13th in the league in goals conceded, and the Stars were eighth.

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Moneyline Pick

Stars Moneyline: -117

  • The Stars were favored on the moneyline 84 times last season, and went 53-31 in those games.
  • When playing as a moneyline favorite at -117 or shorter, Dallas went 52-27.
  • Based on this game’s moneyline, the Stars’ implied win probability is 53.9%.

Predators Moneyline: -103

  • The Predators were an underdog in 42 games last season, with 21 upset wins (50.0%).
  • Nashville won 17 of its 34 games last season when an underdog by -103 or longer on the moneyline.
  • The moneyline implies a 50.7% chance of victory for the Predators.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 4, Dallas 3

Stars Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Jason Robertson, a productive offensive player a season ago for Dallas, recorded 80 points on the season.
  • Wyatt Johnston was another of Dallas’ key contributors last season, tallying 65 total points (32 goals and 33 assists).
  • Dallas’ scoring effort last season was aided by Matt Duchene’s 65 points, including 40 assists.
  • In 54 games played last season, Jake Oettinger (35-14-4) gave up 140 goals.

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

  • Filip Forsberg’s 48 goals and 46 assists in 82 games gave him 94 points last season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Roman Josi was pivotal for Nashville’s attack with 85 total points (one per game), including 23 goals and 62 assists in 82 contests.
  • Steven Stamkos scored 40 goals and contributed 41 assists for Nashville, giving him a point total of 81.
  • Juuse Saros had a 35-24-5 record last season, with a .906 save percentage (30th in the league). In 64 games, he gave up 173 goals (2.9 goals against average).

Stars’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/10/2024 Predators Away -117
10/12/2024 Islanders Home
10/13/2024 Kraken Home
10/15/2024 Sharks Home

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
10/10/2024 Stars Home -103
10/12/2024 Red Wings Away
10/15/2024 Kraken Home
10/17/2024 Oilers Home

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Dallas vs. Nashville 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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