Dallas Stars Dominate Predators in Upcoming Divisional Matchup
The Dallas Stars (19-8-3-1) and the Nashville Predators (19-14) meet in a divisional game on Friday. Dallas comes into the matchup following their win against the Vancouver
Game outlook
The Dallas Stars (19-8-3-1) and the Nashville Predators (19-14) meet in a divisional game on Friday. Dallas comes into the matchup following their win against the Vancouver Canucks on the road, while Nashville won against the Philadelphia Flyers on their home turf. Last season, Dallas took the four meetings between the teams. Betting Favorites, the Stars open at -135 and the line has stayed stationary.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Stars -135 | Predators +115
Spread: Stars -1.5 (+180) | Predators +1.5 (-218)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 57%.
Dallas Stars
Joe Pavelski (30 points) and Matt Duchene (29 points) both have been strong players this season, while mentor Miro Heiskanen averages 25 minutes to ice time and has posted 23 points. Backup Scott Wedgewood has been a reliable goalie, allowing just two goals on Thursday and posting an 8-1-2 record. With an upcoming game against Nashville, Heiskanen looks to make a strong performance in his fifth bout against them. Sliiiiidin' in the lead like: pic.twitter.com/YRwL6qw0ns
Nashville Predators Analysis
Filip Forsberg leads the team with 38 points with a +1 +/- rating. Roman Josi has 27 points with a +2 +/- rating and Tommy Novat has 15 points so far. Juuse Saros has been showing strong form and currently has a 2.82 GAA and .909 save percentage. Kevin Lankinen has a 3.16 GAA and .900 save percentage. FOR THE WIN pic.twitter.com/04aHRMkiCQ