Before the puck drops at 8:00 PM ET in Thursday’s contest between the Nashville Predators and the Dallas Stars, here are the best bets you should be considering, whether you’re wanting to make a single wager or have your sights set on putting together a parlay.

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Predators vs. Stars Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

• In 52 games last season, Nashville and its opponent combined for more than 6 goals.
• Dallas played 56 games last season that ended with over 6 goals.
• These teams racked up a combined 6.8 goals per game, 0.8 more than this one’s over/under.
• These teams surrendered a combined 5.8 goals per game, 0.2 fewer than this one’s total.
• In terms of goals scored, the Predators were 10th in the league, and the Stars were third.
• This game features the league’s eighth-ranked (Stars) and 13th-ranked (Predators) teams last season in terms of defense.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -117

• The Predators were favored on the moneyline 44 times last season, and went 27-17 in those games.
• Nashville went 23-14 when it played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -117 or shorter.
• The implied moneyline probability for this matchup gives the Predators a 53.9% chance to win.

Stars Moneyline: -103

• The Stars were an underdog 17 times last season, and upset their opponent in nine, or 52.9%, of those games.
• Dallas won seven of its 14 games last season when an underdog by -103 or longer on the moneyline.
• The Stars have a 50.7% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 4, Dallas 3

Predators Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Filip Forsberg was among Nashville’s leading contributors a season ago, recording 94 points. He averaged 0.6 goals per game, shooting 13.8%.
• Roman Josi was another of Nashville’s key contributors last season, totaling 85 total points (23 goals and 62 assists).
• In 79 games a season ago, Steven Stamkos proved to be an important offensive option for Nashville. He posted 81 points on the year (40 goals and 41 assists).
• In the 64 games Juuse Saros played a season ago, his save percentage was .906, 30th in the league.

Stars Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Jason Robertson was a top offensive contributor for his club last season with 80 points (one per game). He recorded 29 goals and 51 assists in 82 games (playing 18:19 per game).
• Wyatt Johnston was key for Dallas’ attack with 65 total points (0.8 per game), including 32 goals and 33 assists in 82 games.
• Dallas’ Roope Hintz had 65 points (30 goals, 35 assists) last season.
• Jake Oettinger had a 35-14-4 record last season, with a .905 save percentage (31st in the league). In 54 games, he gave up 140 goals (2.7 goals against average).

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Nashville vs. Dallas 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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