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Utah Hockey Club Looks to Rebound Against Struggling Nashville Predators at Anticipated Matchup

The Utah Hockey Club started the season strong but has hit a rough patch recently. They are looking to regroup and make a push for history in their inaugural season. They will face off against the struggling Nashville Predators, who have been a major disappointment in the NHL so far. Despite their slow start, the Predators have a talented roster that is expected to turn things around soon. Nashville is favored to win the matchup with odds opening at -154 and remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of this game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Jazz +134 | Predators -154
• Spread: Jazz +1.5 (-183) | Predators -1.5 (+160)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nashville will win straight-up is 61%.

Utah vs Nashville Stats

Utah Jazz

The Utah Hockey Club started the season strong, going undefeated in their first three games, but their performance has since declined to 2-5-3 in 10 games, with just two wins in their last eight games. The team's goaltending has been average with a combined 3.36 GAA and a save percentage below .890. Despite adding veteran players in the offseason, the success of the team has been reliant on their young core, including Clayton Keller, Nick Schmaltz, Dylan Guenther, and Logan Cooley all posting over 10 points. Their most recent game was a significant win over the St. Louis Blues, with nine players contributing points and a strong defensive effort limiting the Blues to just 15 shots in a 4-2 victory. Currently ranked 22nd in power rankings, Utah ranks 21st in offense (2.85 goals per game) and 27th in defense (allowing 3.46 goals against per game) with a 6-5-3 season record.

Nashville Predators Analysis

The Nashville Predators have struggled this season despite loading up on talent in the offseason. Their record of 4-9-1 sees them sitting last in the Central Division. Star goalie Juuse Saros has been a standout performer with a 2.88 GAA and .904 save percentage. The team has been led on the ice by veterans Filip Forsberg and Ryan O'Reilly, but have struggled to score goals. In a recent game against the Florida Panthers, the Predators managed just 18 shots on goal in a 6-2 loss. Overall, the team ranks 30th in offense, scoring an average of 2.38 goals per game, and 26th in defense, giving up an average of 3.38 goals per game. They currently have a power ranking of 12.

Nashville Predators Set to Face Utah Hockey Club in an Anticipated Matchup

The Utah Hockey Club and the Nashville Predators have yet to compete against each other since the inception of the former. Over recent years, the Nashville Predators have consistently outperformed the young players of the Utah Hockey Club. Despite their average of 2.38 goals scored per game this season, the Predators have struggled defensively, allowing over 3.50 goals per game. Consequently, their success rate has been compromised. Utah, on the other hand, has faced challenges on the road, losing six of their past seven games. This upcoming match serves as a significant opportunity for the Predators to elevate their season. Given Utah's recent performance, the Predators are favored to secure a victory on home ice.

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