The Nashville Predators (18-23-7) welcome the Vancouver Canucks (23-24-4) to Bridgestone Arena for what promises to be an intriguing Wednesday night matchup between two teams heading in opposite directions.

The Canucks enter the contest riding the momentum of back-to-back victories, with their offensive trio of JT Miller, Conor Garland, and Brock Boeser combining for an impressive 38 goals and 62 assists this season.

Nashville, meanwhile, has been grappling with defensive challenges, having allowed 15 goals in their last three games despite strong performances from goaltender Juuse Saros.

The contrast between Vancouver's improving form and Nashville's recent struggles sets the stage for what could be a pivotal game for both teams' seasons.

While the Predators boast the talented offensive line of Filip Forsberg, Steven Stamkos, and Jonathan Marchessault (50 goals, 70 assists combined), their defensive vulnerabilities have contributed to their position near the bottom of the Central Division.

As these teams prepare to face off in Nashville, both squads will be looking to address their defensive challenges, with the Predators allowing 3.21 goals per game and the Canucks not far behind at 3.14.

Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks: who will win?

For tonight's Nashville Predators vs Vancouver Canucks matchup, our predictive model gives the Predators a 58% chance of defeating the Canucks.

Nashville Predators: 58% win probability

  • Strong recent momentum (5-game form: LWWWW)
  • Better defensive efficiency (154 goals against in 48 games)
  • Home ice advantage with improving form (18 wins in 48 games)

Vancouver Canucks: 42% win probability

  • Poor defensive record (155 goals against in 49 games)
  • Inconsistent recent form (WWLLW)
  • Struggling road performance (22 wins in 49 games overall)

At Sporting Post, our unique prediction model combines insights from top NHL experts. Instead of sifting through hundreds of expert analyses across the web, you can rely on our predictions to understand the market's overall sentiment. We scan trusted sources, analyzing predictions, data, and opinions, and our AI assigns a confidence level to each prediction. We then average these levels to produce an 'expert opinion' win probability—reflecting the collective intelligence of the industry's leading NHL experts.

Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks odds

Nashville PredatorsVancouver Canucks
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Key stats

  • 1
    The Nashville Predators have won 18 out of 48 matches this season.
  • 2
    The Vancouver Canucks have won 22 out of 49 matches this season.
  • 3
    With 43 points, the Nashville Predators holds the 14th position in the league standings.
  • 4
    Vancouver Canucks's 54 points place them 9th in the rankings.

Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks form

Nashville Predators
Nashville Predators
Latest matches
L
W
W
W
W
Victories
4/5 (80%)
Defeats
1/5 (20%)
Jan 26, 2025
Anaheim Ducks5:2Nashville Predators
Jan 24, 2025
San Jose Sharks5:6Nashville Predators
Jan 22, 2025
San Jose Sharks5:7Nashville Predators
Jan 19, 2025
Minnesota Wild2:6Nashville Predators
Jan 17, 2025
Chicago Blackhawks2:3Nashville Predators
Vancouver Canucks
Vancouver Canucks
Latest matches
W
W
L
L
W
Victories
3/5 (60%)
Defeats
2/5 (40%)
Jan 28, 2025
St. Louis Blues2:5Vancouver Canucks
Jan 26, 2025
Washington Capitals1:2Vancouver Canucks
Jan 24, 2025
Edmonton Oilers6:2Vancouver Canucks
Jan 22, 2025
Buffalo Sabres3:2Vancouver Canucks
Jan 19, 2025
Edmonton Oilers2:3Vancouver Canucks

Nashville Predators vs. Vancouver Canucks head to head

Nashville Predators

50%

Vancouver Canucks

50%

Jan 4, 2025

Vancouver Canucks

0 : 3

Nashville Predators

Nov 18, 2024

Vancouver Canucks

3 : 5

Nashville Predators

May 3, 2024

Nashville Predators

0 : 1

Vancouver Canucks

May 1, 2024

Vancouver Canucks

1 : 2

Nashville Predators

Apr 28, 2024

Nashville Predators

3 : 4

Vancouver Canucks

Apr 26, 2024

Nashville Predators

1 : 2

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