The Pittsburgh Penguins (21-24-8) are set to face off against the Nashville Predators (18-25-7) at PPG Paints Arena in what promises to be a crucial matchup between two teams desperate to turn their seasons around.
Both teams enter Saturday's contest experiencing significant difficulties, with the Penguins winning just three of their last ten games while the Predators arrive riding a three-game losing streak.
The offensive struggles have been particularly notable for both sides, with Pittsburgh averaging 2.89 goals per game and Nashville managing just 2.65, highlighting the scoring challenges that have defined their respective seasons.
Sidney Crosby and Rickard Rakell have been bright spots for the Penguins, combining for 39 goals and 59 assists, while the Predators' trio of Filip Forsberg, Jonathan Marchessault, and Steven Stamkos have accumulated 50 goals and 70 assists.
The goaltending battle between Pittsburgh's Alex Nedeljkovic (.896 save percentage) and Nashville's Juuse Saros (.899 save percentage) could prove decisive in what shapes up to be a closely contested affair.
As both teams look to break out of their current slumps, this Metropolitan-Central Division crossover matchup presents an opportunity for either side to build momentum heading into the crucial stretch of the season.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Nashville Predators: who will win?
For tonight's Pittsburgh Penguins vs Nashville Predators matchup, our predictive model gives the Penguins a 57% chance of defeating the Predators.
Pittsburgh Penguins: 57% win probability
- Higher offensive output (154 goals scored vs Predators' 134)
- Better overall points total (50 points vs Predators' 43)
- More recent success (Recent form shows a win vs Predators' two consecutive losses)
Nashville Predators: 43% win probability
- Poor defensive record (161 goals against, among bottom third in league)
- Struggling road form (Only 18 wins in 50 games played)
- Recent negative momentum (LLLWW showing inconsistency)
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Nashville Predators odds
| Pittsburgh Penguins | Nashville Predators | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -110 (via BetMGM Sportsbook) | -108 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Pittsburgh Penguins have won 21 out of 53 matches this season.
- 2The Nashville Predators have won 18 out of 50 matches this season.
- 3With 50 points, the Pittsburgh Penguins holds the 15th position in the league standings.
- 4Nashville Predators's 43 points place them 14th in the rankings.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Nashville Predators form
Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Nashville Predators head to head
Pittsburgh Penguins
83%
Nashville Predators
17%
Dec 20, 2024
Nashville Predators
4 : 5
Pittsburgh Penguins
Apr 15, 2024
Pittsburgh Penguins
4 : 2
Nashville Predators
Nov 29, 2023
Nashville Predators
3 : 2
Pittsburgh Penguins
Mar 30, 2023
Pittsburgh Penguins
2 : 0
Nashville Predators
Mar 1, 2023
Nashville Predators
1 : 3
Pittsburgh Penguins
Apr 10, 2022
Pittsburgh Penguins
3 : 2
Nashville Predators
