In this article, we will formulate a Predators vs Golden Knights prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, March 29, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Vegas Golden Knights Betting Preview
The Vegas Golden Knights (44-20-8, 43-29 ATS) are looking to tie their previous longest winning streak of the season after recording wins in each of the last five games. The Golden Knights beat the Red Wings, Bruins, and Lightning in their three-game homestay and then opened a three-game road trip with wins over the Wild and Blackhawks. Vegas is at the top of the Pacific Division Standings with 96 points, seven ahead of the Los Angeles Kings.
The Golden Knights score 3.42 goals per game on average (4th), while they concede 2.65 GPG (8th). This season, Jack Eichel leads the team with 91 points (26 G and 65 A). Mark Stone has 65 points (19 G and 46 A), while Tomas Hertl chips in with 59 points (31 G and 28 A).
Adin Hill (28-11-5) is expected to start for the Golden Knights at the goal on Saturday against the Predators. The 28-year-old is allowing 2.49 goals per game this year with a .907 SV% and four shutouts.
Nashville Predators Betting Preview
The Nashville Predators (27-37-8, 30-42 ATS) are not playing well of late, as they lost six of the previous eight games. They returned home from a two-game road trip on which the Preds lost to the Blues and defeated the Hurricanes. Nashville lost to the Blues again, this time at home, as St. Louis secured a 3-2 victory. The Predators are 7th in the Central Division Standings with 62 points, 42 behind the first-placed Jets.
The Predators average 2.54 goals per game this year (32nd), while they allow 3.22 GPG (24th). Filip Forsberg leads the team with 66 points (28 G and 38 A). Jonathan Marchessault contributes 49 points (19 G and 30 A), while Steven Stamkos has 45 points (23 G and 22 A).
Juuse Saros (18-28-6) will likely take his place in the cage for the Predators on Saturday against the Golden Knights. The 29-year-old is allowing 2.89 goals per game this year with a .898 SV% and four shutouts.
Why the Knights will beat the Predators
- The Golden Knights have won each of their last five games.
- The Predators have lost four of their last five games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The favorites have covered the puck line in each of the Golden Knights’ last five games.
- The Predators have failed to cover the puck line in six of their last eight games against Western Conference opponents.
- The Golden Knights have won the third period in each of their last five games as favorites against Western Conference opponents when tied after the second period.
Total Goals Facts
- Ten of the Predators’ last 11 games against Western Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Seven of the Golden Knights’ last eight night games against Central Division opponents have gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in seven of the Predators’ last eight games as home underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Golden Knights’ last seven games.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Nashville Predators rank 32nd in the league for Period 3 goals scored per game this season (0.86).
- The Nashville Predators rank 4th in the league in penalty minutes this season (704).
- The Vegas Golden Knights are one of seven teams to rank in the top 10 for both goals scored and goals conceded per game this season.
- The Vegas Golden Knights rank 8th in the league for goals against per game this season (2.65).
Predators vs Golden Knights Prediction
The teams have traded wins in the past few years, each recording five in the previous ten H2Hs. The Predators were better in the last three encounters and won the first meeting of the season when it was 5-3 in Nashville. I know the Golden Knights played last night and will feel heavy legs late in this game, but they are a way better team at the moment, and I back them to get a W. The Predators have the worst offense in the NHL, while the Golden Knights have a top 5 offense and a top 10 defense. It’s a no-brainer for me.