How to Pick the Rangers vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – March 2

Published 3:36 pm Saturday, March 1, 2025

There are lots of betting possibilities to consider for the upcoming game that has the New York Rangers clashing with the Nashville Predators at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 2. To get you prepared to make a bet or build a parlay, see our best bets and predictions below.

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Rangers vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Push (model projecting 6 goals)

  • New York and its opponent have hit the over on this game’s total (6 goals) 32 times this season.
  • A total of 27 of Nashville’s games have finished with more than 6 goals this season.
  • These two teams combine for 5.6 goals per game, 0.4299999999999997 less than the over/under set for this contest.
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 6.4 goals per game, 0.4 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Rangers Moneyline: -181

  • The Rangers have been victorious in 23 of their 39 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (59.0%).
  • New York is 12-5 (victorious in 70.6% of its games) when playing with moneyline odds of -181 or shorter.
  • Based on the moneyline in this game, the Rangers’ implied win probability is 64.4%.

Predators Moneyline: +150

  • Nashville has claimed an upset victory six times when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in 24 games as the underdog).
  • The Predators have a single victory in matches with moneyline odds of +150 or longer (in three chances).
  • Nashville’s implied probability to win this matchup is 40.0% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
New York 4, Nashville 2

Rangers Points Leaders

  • One of New York’s top offensive players this season is Artemi Panarin, who has put up 58 points in 57 games.
  • Adam Fox has 48 points (five goals, 43 assists) to add to the team’s offensive efforts.
  • On 97 shots (for 14 goals) and 31 assists, Jonathan Tanner Miller has recorded 45 points this season.
  • In 43 games played this season, Igor Shesterkin (20-21-2) has allowed 119 goals.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg’s 22 goals and 32 assists in 59 matchups give him 54 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Jonathan Marchessault’s 46 points this season, including 18 goals and 28 assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Nashville.
  • Roman Josi has scored nine goals and contributed 29 assists for Nashville, giving him a point total of 38.
  • Juuse Saros has an .898 save percentage (38th in the league), with 1122 total saves, while giving up 128 goals (3.0 goals against average). He has compiled a 13-25-6 record between the posts for Nashville this season.

Rangers’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
2/23/2025 Penguins W 5-3 Away -151
2/25/2025 Islanders W 5-1 Away -119
2/28/2025 Maple Leafs L 3-2 Home -102
3/2/2025 Predators Home -181
3/3/2025 Islanders Home
3/5/2025 Capitals Home
3/8/2025 Senators Away

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
2/25/2025 Panthers L 4-1 Home +135
2/27/2025 Jets W 2-1 Home +115
3/1/2025 Islanders L 7-4 Away +130
3/2/2025 Rangers Away +150
3/4/2025 Bruins Away
3/6/2025 Kraken Home
3/8/2025 Blackhawks Home

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New York vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025
  • Time: 7 p.m. ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: New York City, New York
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden

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